Linear and Circular Economies
Learning Objectives
- To know the difference between a linear economy and a circular economy
- To identify linear and circular economies
- To state examples of linear and circular economies
- To use Emirates GBR SailGP Team as a worked example to demonstrate the circular economy
Lesson Description
How does Emirates GBR SailGP Team work to a circular economy model and why is it important?
This hands-on lesson uses Emirates GBR SailGP Team as a real-world case study to bring the circular economy to life. Students explore the difference between linear and circular systems, investigate how a world-class sailing team is rethinking waste from kit to equipment, and design their own Circular Economy Action Plan as sustainability managers for the team.
Packed with discussion tasks, a real industry case study, and a creative group challenge — no textbook required.
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1.Linear and Circular Economies
What happens to the things we throw away — and what if nothing had to be wasted at all? This hands-on lesson uses Emirates GBR SailGP Team as a real-world case study to bring the circular economy to life. Students explore the difference between linear and circular systems, investigate how a world-class sailing team is rethinking waste from kit to equipment, and design their own Circular Economy Action Plan as sustainability managers for the team. Packed with discussion tasks, a real industry case study, and a creative group challenge — no textbook required.
Age Range:
11-14
(Key Stage 3)
Subject:
DT
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