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19 JULY 2017
INTERMEDIATE Let’s go clean and green
Friends of the environment
NiE Activity 1 Critical thinking ● Identify ● Reason
● Measure ● Organise
Problem solving ● Recreate
● Present
Collaborating ● Listen ● Attain goal ● Contribute respectfully
environmentally-damaging chemical products. Going green is not only a personal choice made by individuals; some corporations are also doing their part. In the end, a greener earth will mean a better place for all of us to live in.
GOING green seems to be the catchphrase these days. Almost everywhere we go, we hear people talk about going green and how it can impact the planet. To contribute to a cleaner and greener world, we need to stop using plastic bags and
Creative thinking ● Imagine ● Connect ● Brainstorm ● Invent
Communicating ● Oral ● Written ● Non-verbal ● Aural
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Read the following passage, which is adapted from an article published in The Star on May 16, 2017. In groups of four, design an attractive brochure to highlight the Horizon Hills project, and to persuade people to buy the homes. What should be your key selling point is the fact that the entire project is environmentally friendly. Do this activity on a sheet of A4 paper. When you are done, play the role of a real estate agent and present the brochure in class. Finally, ask the class to vote for the most persuasive agent.
B. One with nature beyond the horizon Horizon Hills is a township development in Johor with the concept of “One with Nature”. It came out tops in The Iskandar Malaysia Accolade (TIMA) for the Most Liveable Residence. The project boasts a low carbon lifestyle. Its density is five units per acre compared with the usual 10 to 13 units per acre in other property developments. “We incorporate innovative design in the units with large windows to welcome natural light and ventilation into the house, reducing the need for electricity for lighting,” said Horizon Hills general manager Jim Woon. “Our usage of cooling clay roof tiles and 11-foot high ceiling design also promotes better heat dispersal and absorbs less heat and radiation.” The development offers residents fresh and cool air, in addition to green amenities such as 150 acres of thematic gardens, parks and a 30km cycling path network. “We encourage a healthy lifestyle where kids can be outside whenever they please, have freedom to move around and at the same time, parents would have peace of mind,” said Woon. The township’s location is within a 5km vicinity of world-class facilities such as international education institutions. There are also shopping, and food and beverage outlets, as well as international theme parks such as Legoland Malaysia and healthcare facilities. Horizon Hills has a fully-equipped clubhouse, an international standard 18-hole golf course, and Chinese primary and the upcoming international schools. Other notable awards won by the development are the Property Developer Category for Excellent Landscape Planning & Development from Institute Landscape Architects Malaysia, as well as the Property Insight Prestigious Developer Awards 2015 for the Best Township Development Category. It was also named one of the top 10 golf courses in Malaysia by Golf Digest.
Read the passage again. Pick out the features you like about Horizon Hills. Then, think of at least three other features or arrangements that you, as a housing developer, would propose to make a residential area clean, green and healthy. Next, complete the table below and present your ideas to your group. Are all the suggestions realistic and practical? Discuss among yourselves.
EXAMPLE Features I like about Horizon Hills
Other features or arrangements I would propose Is this realistic and practical?
NiE Activity 2 Critical thinking ● Identify
● Reason
Communicating ● Oral ● Written
● Aural
Creative thinking ● Brainstorm ● Connect
Collaborating ● Discuss ● Attain goal ● Contribute respectfully
Problem solving ● Research
● Present
Read the following passage, which is adapted from an article published in StarMetro on May 20, 2017.
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SMK Raja Perempuan (RPS) Ipoh has been chosen as Perak’s sole representative to take part in the Toyota Eco Youth Challenge 2017. Schools need to take up several challenges in order to win the competition. The challenge is aimed at promoting the importance of preserving the environment among the younger generation, especially students. This is so that they will always act responsibly towards the environment in order to ensure their future. Participants in the challenge need to solve the environment issues found in areas and local communities near their schools. The RPS team took part in its first project by cleaning up areas known to be notorious illegal dumpsites. The project required participants to collaborate with local authorities, NGOs and other stakeholders. Participating schools are also required to generate publicity about their green efforts, create awareness and reach for the participation of their own communities.