9/12/13

Tonight's homework is to complete Assignment 4 (Parts A and B) and be ready for tomorrow's math check-in.

Assignment 4A - Calculating Your Ecological Footprint

Using the information from Assignment 3, choose one of the following two links to determine your impact upon the environment.

Earth Day Network Footprint Calculator (a little easier, but might be wonky on your laptop and won't work on your phone)
Center for Sustainable Economy's Footprint Quiz (more detailed, but will work on your phone)

Assignment 4B - Reflecting On Your Ecological Footprint

Answer all of the following questions to the best of your ability and in complete sentences.

1. Define ecological footprint.

2a. What is your ecological footprint?

2b. What is your reaction to your ecological footprint? How do you feel about it?

3. The average American consumes 30 times more resources than the average citizen of India. What is the value of being able to calculate your consumption of resources and see it evaluated in a relatively objective manner?

4. What is the connection between our ecological footprint and our discussions of sustainability?