Fossil fuels and global carbon emissions | 14–16 years

In this activity learners will act as a policy makers who needs to decide if the burning of fossil fuels should be banned globally. They are introduced to a range of viewpoints from their team of international advisers, before debating the pros and cons of banning the burning of fossil fuels. Learners are then asked to write down what their policy for the use of fossil fuels will be and justify their decision.

The activity helps to link UN Sustainable development goal 7 ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all to your current teaching. The perspectives presented by the international team of advisers in the resource will help learners to understand the full challenge goal 7 presents and should trigger a lively debate.