Student Worksheet

Thought-starter: Did you know that each bus trip has the potential to take around 50 cars off the road?

Step 1.

Look at this Canberra-based re-enactment of a (sort of famous) picture that illustrates the value of public transport. Discuss with staff the intended message behind this message and it's success in achieving its message.

Step 2.

Surveying staff transport use

Use this table to record information about staff transport (optional). Focus on one way only for this activity.

Totals

Car

Public transport

School bus

Bike

Walk

Emissions produced per week from staff travelling by car

Use the following calculator - Greenhouse Gas Emissions Calculator to calculate the weekly emissions produced by staff travelling to and from school in cars.

You will need information about the fuel consumption rating of the vehicle, the fuel type and the total number of kilometres travelled per week.

Resources

Google Maps - useful for calculating distances travelled

Greenhouse gas emissions calculator - for calculating emissions from car travel

AuSSI Transport Audit (Staff)

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