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© International Baccalaureate Organization 2009

Bringing Climate Change to Heritage

CAPE FAREWELL YOUTH EXPEDITION 2007

“We are all in this together”



Do you know anything about

Climate Change?



When do you think climate change is

happening?



Who is responsible for taking action and making a difference?



Can I make a difference?



What is Cape Farewell?• Created by David Buckland in 2003

• Union of artists and scientists to raise awareness about climate change

• 5 voyages to the high arctic, to experience and study a area highly affected by climate change



Youth Expedition 2007



How did I get involved?• Approached by British Council Canada• Creation of ground crew • Presentation and final selection



The Voyage



Art Project•Photography exhibition

•Use images to share experience in the arctic

•Reach students on a personal level

•Understanding of beauty and importance of the arctic



ACTIONS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Use reusable bags instead of plastic bags

• Use FFC light bulbs • Walk instead of using a car • Recycle as much as possible • Don’t waste, reuse!

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