CENTS Outreach
Towards Sustainable Living, Transport and a more Circular Economy
Led by:
Jack Fenton – Head of Esports, University of Warwick
Dr Russ Hall - Principal Engineer – Circular Economy and Sustainable Manufacturing, Warwick Manufacturing Group
Dr Rika Nair - CENTS Network Manager
Duration: 10:00 – 14:00
Location: Warwick Esports (Warwick University campus)
Format: Single workshop
Suitable for: Year 9 / 10, Key Stage 3 / 4 Minimum 20 - Maximum 40
Availability: Academic Year 22/23
Aims and description :
The workshop will focus on movement towards a more sustainable way of living, away from the use/dispose world we live in. The circular economy gives us the tools to tackle climate change, biodiversity loss, waste, and pollution, while delivering better outcomes for business, people and the environment. We will review the three pillars listed below:
- Eliminate waste and pollution
- Circulate waste and materials
- Regenerate nature
These key fundamentals will be learned through interactive teaching and exploring an educational computer game Cities Skylines where pupils will be challenged to build a virtual city with particular awareness of transportation, making decisions following the above principles. Other activities will also be available.
Example of programme for the day :
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Activity |
10:00 |
Ice breakers, teaching CE principles and introduction to the game |
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11:00 |
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Structured Open Play |
12:00 |
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Lunch |
12:30 |
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Catch-up |
12:45 |
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Structured Open Play |
14:00 |
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Debrief then departure |
Please complete the form below or email Rika Nair with any questions at circulartransport@warwick.ac.uk
Workshop:
The workshop will focus on movement towards a more sustainable way of living, away from the use/dispose world we live in. The circular economy gives us the tools to tackle climate change, biodiversity loss, waste, and pollution, while delivering better outcomes for business, people and the environment.
WMG OutreachLink opens in a new window
Feedback formLink opens in a new window
GalleryLink opens in a new window
Presentation slides from Russ and Rika
Game
- Purchase game on SteamLink opens in a new window
- Game guide (including Coventry map)Link opens in a new window