Tuesday, November 20, 2007

Cyclone - Tropical Storms



Tropical Storms are also known as Hurricanes (Atlantic), Tropical Cyclones (South East Asia), Willy Willies (Australia) and Typhoons (Pacific). Bangladesh has just experienced a Cyclone. Click here to learn more about a cyclone.

Wednesday, November 14, 2007

Ecological Footprint

Click here to measure your ecological footprint.

How many planets would we need to support your consumption?

Monday, October 29, 2007

Lights out Liverpool




NOVEMBER 1ST 2007 BETWEEN 7PM AND 8PM

Liverpool is going to show the world it's easy to save the planet if everyone does their bit.

The city's most famous landmarks are set to turn off the lights for one hour, plunging the skyline into darkness to promote energy efficiency. We also need you to do your bit by switching off all nonessential lighting and electrical equipment.

Iconic buildings already supporting us include: Liver Buildings, The Port Of Liverpool Building, The Pump House, Malmaison, The Thistle Hotel and The Crowne Plaza.


Click here for more information

Sunday, October 21, 2007

Longshore Drift

Renewable Energy


This podcast is about E.ON's commitment to renewable energy in the UK.

The Scottish Minister for the Environment talks about the development of Steven's Croft, biomass project
Martin Roberts, Project Manager of Stags Holt wind farm talks about the project. Also there is a discussion about the Information Centre for our off-shore wind farm at Scroby Sands.


Click here to explore the energy journey. (This will allow you to supplement your notes on both renewable and non-renewable resources.

Tuesday, October 09, 2007

Waves

Please click here to gain more information about constructive and destructive waves. Also this website has some information.

Sunday, September 30, 2007

A2 Geography - Web Based lesson

Monday's lesson will invlove some internet research. We have covered the majority of the vegetation succession element of the unit now. After a small time in the classroom we will undertake some internet based research. This will allow you some time to develop your notes further.

Here is the worksheet that you will need to follow.