Page 20 - ACTIVITY REPORTS FOR SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER 2019

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Drop Down Day on 8 September, provided the students of 12 B with the
opportunity to focus on and extend a particular aspect of learning from the

curriculum and experience the learning in ways that cannot be provided within GRADE 12-B

the traditional school day.

Marine conservation, also known as ocean conservation, refers to the study
of marine plants and animal resources and ecosystem functions. It is the

protection and preservation of ecosystems in oceans and seas through
planned management in order to prevent the exploitation of these resources.

MARINE DEBRIS IS CHOKING OUR OCEANS, CREATING A

DEVASTATING IMPACT ON MARINE ECOSYSTEMS WORLD-WIDE.

Birds, sharks, turtles, dolphins and whales are the innocent victims of marine
debris. The World Economic Forum stated in January 2016 that there will

be more plastic than fish in the ocean by 2050.

Fig-1-Students with the artwork - to raise awareness of single-use plastics'
killing marine species.

The students initiated the research and put forward some solutions to solve
Marine Pollution. The tips are as follows,

1. Mind Your Carbon Footprint and Reduce Energy Consumption.

A few things you can do to get started today:

Switch to compact fluorescent light bulbs, take the stairs, and bundle up or

use a fan to avoid oversetting your thermostat.
Fig-2- How plastic use tortures the Ocean forever

2. Make Safe, Sustainable Seafood Choices

Global fish populations are rapidly being depleted due to demand, loss of

habitat, and unsustainable fishing practices. When shopping or dining out,
help reduce the demand for over exploited species by choosing seafood that

is both healthful and sustainable.

Fig-3-Eg. Global fish becomes extinct

3. Use Fewer Plastic Products
Plastics that end up as ocean debris contribute to habitat destruction and

entangle and kill tens of thousands of marine animals each year. To limit your

impact, carry a reusable water bottle, store food in non-disposable
containers, bring your own cloth or other reusable bag when shopping, and

recycle whenever possible.

Fig-4-Reuse, recycle