Students at a local school discussed how everyone could help tackle climate change in their own community in a heated debate organised by Daventry District Council.
Sixth formers at Guilsborough School debated whether it was too late to tackle the problem of climate change, as part of a citizenship day. As well as improving their understanding of climate change issues, the students have learnt invaluable skills to form opinions on such issues and to express these to others in the future.
Daventry district councillors added a dynamic and inspirational edge to the day by chairing the debate and formed part of a judging panel for the day.
Cllr Catherine Boardman, chair of the event, said: “The activity has enabled the students to recognise the challenges faced by climate change, the global political agenda and how this relates to local action.”
The enthusiastic students produced stimulating and vibrant displays relating to climate change and emissions from transport, water efficiency issues, waste and greenhouse gases and how we can adapt to the inevitable effects of climate change. The displays showed real original thought with the students using a range of props including Russian hats, sun caps and umbrellas!
At the end of the debate, the students were asked to vote on whether or not they thought it was too late to tackle the problem in the wake of the arguments that had been made. Prizes were awarded to the most successful debate team and for the best display.
A number of activities are now being lined up for pupils to get involved with the local community to make a real difference to minimising the effects on the environment.
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