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alupro Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Recyclinghttp://www.alupro.org.uk/index.htm
Aluminium Can Recycling
BBC Disposable Planet website Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Food; Global Issues; Sustainabilityhttp://news.bbc.co.uk/hi/english/static/in_depth/world/2002/disposable_planet/
This site looks at many issues discussed at the World Earth Summit, such as population, food, cities, waste, tourism and energy.  Many other relevant sites to surf that are excellent.  This site also includes a slideshow that poses key questions about the future.
BBC Earth Summit websiteUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Environments; Sustainabilityhttp://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/in_depth/world/2002/earth_summit/
At the bottom of this page there is a very long list of very useful case study material, with sustainable and environmental issues.
BBC Gardening Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Gardeninghttp://www.bbc.co.uk/gardening/basics/techniques/soil_makeleafmould1.shtml
Making Leaf mould to recycle your falling autumn leaves is one of the easiest ways to make free garden compost.  Follow the guide here to get the best results.
BBC Global Climate Change website Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Climate Changehttp://news.bbc.co.uk/hi/english/static/in_depth/sci_tech/2000/climate_change/default.stm
This site has quiz material and animated information on climate change.  KS4 and KS5 friendly.  Easy to use and a good teacher resource.
BBC World Water Crisis Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Water Issueshttp://news.bbc.co.uk/hi/english/static/in_depth/world/2000/world_water_crisis/default.stm
Interactive world map that highlights world water issues around the world.  Gives detailed case study material. Useful for teacher's resource or KS4 & KS5 resource.
Cartoon StockUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Environmentshttp://www.cartoonstock.com/default.asp
This website provides excellent starter material for teaching environmental issues.  Search cartoon stock for environmental categories.
Corpwatch websiteUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Multinational Corporations; Sweat Shopshttp://www.corpwatch.org/
Useful information on sweatshops and current case studies.  Recommended for KS5.
Ecological and Carbon Footprints Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Learning and Teachinghttp://www.esd.rgs.org
Geography in the News Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Learning and Teachinghttp://www.geographyinthenews.rgs.org/
For up to date information and interpretation behind news topics relevant to 14-19
Go recycle Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Recyclinghttp://www.go-recycle.org.uk/
Go recycle is a one-stop shop for teaching and learning about recycling, reducing waste and sustainable lifestyles
KS1 & 2
Nature GridUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Environmentshttp://www.naturegrid.org.uk
Canterbury Environmental Education Centre
Oxfam Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Food; Global Issues; Oxfam Issues; Sustainability; Water Issueshttp://www.oxfam.org.uk/education/
A useful website that provides a range of useable resources for teachers of various global issues such as sustainability and food and water.
Potato Council - children's Activities page Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Foodhttp://www.potatoesforschools.org.uk/teachers-centre/activities
The children’s activities provide a structured and fun way to explore potatoes through the curriculum. Each of the four categories allows the children to learn more about growing and eating potatoes!
KS1 & 2
Rainforest Alliance websiteUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Rainforestshttp://www.rainforest-alliance.org/splash.cfm?s_src=MEMB_SP_SUB&s_subsrc=20091022
A user friendly site. This site has useful articles about rainforest issues is the news and teachers ideas that are particularly useful for KS2.  A bright and fun site to use.
Rainforest Virtual TourUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Environments; Learning and Teaching; RainforestsVirtual Rainforest
This online tour of the rainforest is filled with beautiful pictures and interesting facts.  The Virtual Rainforest was designed for all ages, but with particular emphasis on teaching children about tropical rainforests.
RainforestsUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Rainforestshttp://www.schools.ash.org.au/bilambil/rforests2.html
Bilambil Primary School Rainforests website
recycle now schoolsUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Recyclinghttp://www.recyclenow.com/schools/index.html
Start recycling at school in 5 easy steps!
Royal Geographical Society (RGS)Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Learning and Teachinghttp://www.rgs.org/HomePage.htm
SCRIB - Steel Can Recycling Information BureauUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Recyclinghttp://www.scrib.org/index.asp
Provides information... on steel packaging recycling to the general public, local authorities and the commercial sector. It is a valuable education resource for teachers, parents and education officers, with downloadable class room activities which can also be done in the home.
SitaUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Recyclinghttp://www.sita.co.uk/
Our services include recycling, business and residential waste disposal, street cleansing, landfill engineering, civic amenity site management, energy from waste ... in fact, every aspect of recycling and waste management. 
The National Trust Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Environmentshttp://www.worldarcstudio.com/www.nationaltrust.org.uk/index.htm
Really useful site for all ages.  Provides factual information and games and debates about issues facing National Parks.  Good ideas for role play activities.
World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF) websiteUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Environments; Rainforests; WWF Environmentshttp://www.panda.org
A fantastic site for current news and issues surrounding wildlife and natural environments. Incorporates excellent photo galleries, fact sheets, environmental problems and solutions and newsroom.  User friendly. Useful for KS3, KS4 and KS5.
WWF Learning websiteUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
WWF Environmentshttp://www.wwf.org.uk/what_we_do/working_with_schools/
An excellent site latest environmental issued covered.  The site also consists of teaching material for both primary and secondary, with resources attached.  Easy to use and excellent web links to other relevant topics.