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How To Save Our Earth

For the past few months, our beloved mother Earth has suffered a lot. From the massive bushfire in Australia, killing ⅓ of koalas to the pandemic outbreak of Novel Coronavirus (Covid19), killing 54, 229 people (to date) globally.

Although there is nothing much we can do to prevent it, we as the citizens of Earth can at least contribute something to take care of this planet with the 5 ways below.

5 Ways To Save Our Earth

1. Drive Less, Commute More

Research has shown that due to the Corona lockdown around the world, air pollution has dropped significantly. Professor James Lee from the York University and the National Centre for Atmospheric Science stated “The air is definitely much happier now”. Study showed that nitrogen dioxide levels in many UK cities have greatly reduced because many people stay at home and do not go outside and drive. Therefore, we can take this as a great lesson to start to use public transportation to universities or working places to help in reducing air pollution and save our beloved Earth.

2. 3R - Reduce, Reuse and Recycle

This famous slogan should be practised. Sadly, not many people make this catchy slogan as their way of life. According to World Waste Facts, every year human dump a massive 2.12 billions tons of waste #CRAZY We, the millennial generations need to be united and combat this issue. We must practise 3Rs and make it as our routine in life for the sake of our mother Earth.

3. Volunteer

Volunteer to the local community to start cleaning the public park, playground or even the beaches. If there is no community to volunteer, start one as soon as possible. Let us pick up all the rubbish and waste that is destroying the beauty of our beaches. Our beaches need us!

4. Shop wisely

It takes 1000 years to decompose one plastic bag. With more than 7 billions people living on this planet and if all of us use one plastic bag in just one day, how many years will it take to decompose all those bags? The answer will be billions of years! Consequently, we must use paper bags or biodegradable plastic bags as it is more environmentally friendly.

5. Education

The famous saying goes, “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day, teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime”. Education is a powerful tool that can determine the future of our mother Earth. Therefore, it is best for us to be educated on how to help our Earth so not only it can save this planet for a long time but we are able to pass down the knowledge to our future generations too.That is why more and more universities in Australia offer Sustainable Development course and courses that related to environment because they know the importance of knowledge to safeguard our one and only planet. Therefore, students that are motivated to care about our planet, I have a few Australian university recommendations that offer courses related to environment and sustainable development.

With these 5 ways, we are able to contribute back to our planet and do our part as the citizens of Earth.

What is Sustainable Development?

Sustainable Development according to Brundtland Report is “Sustainable development is development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.”

Oftenly, development is driven by one particular need, without fully considering the wider and future impacts. This approach has damaged and changed our global climate. The longer we continue unsustainable development, the more severe its consequences are likely to become.

However, the focus of sustainable development is not just about the environment. It is also about ensuring a strong, healthy and just society. This can be done by meeting the diverse needs of all people in existing and future communities, promoting personal wellbeing, social cohesion and creating equal opportunity.

We need to preserve our Earth, natural resources and her people for our future generations.

What are Sustainable Development Goals?

There are 17 Sustainable Development Goals that all United Nations members are working to achieve by 2030. These goals provide a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet Earth, now and into the future. Our part is to help even in our smallest contribution to make these goals a reality.

The goals are:

No Poverty
Zero Hunger
Good Health and Well-being
Quality Education
Gender Equality
Clean Water and Sanitation
Affordable and Clean Energy
Decent Work and Economic Growth
Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Reducing Inequality
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Responsible Consumption and Production
Climate Action
Life Below Water
Life On Land
Peace, Justice and Strong Institution
Partnerships for the Goals

Watch this animation video as it tells you everything that you need to know about Sustainable Development:

Top Universities to Study Sustainable Development Degree in Australia

The University of Queensland

Number 1 in Australia and 14 in the world for Environmental Science according to QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020 Students will understand the effect of climate change and be ready to plan strategies to improve sustainability, manage ecosystems, preserve global diversity and secure clean water and food. You will also combine your scientific skills with knowledge of the legal, political and social aspects of environmental management and undertake extensive research to become a skilled environmental scientist.

Program	Bachelor of Environmental Science
Intake	February & July
Entry Requirement	English: IELTS 6.5 A Level: 12 STPM: 10.33 UEC: 16
Annual Indicative Fees	AUD$ 43,504

For enquiries on other equivalent entry requirements that are not listed above, contact us 😃

Australian National University (ANU)

The 2nd best university in Australia and ranked 21st globally, according to QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020: Environmental Sciences. The degree offered by ANU is a contemporary degree, covering environmental science, policy and social sciences, allowing students to address the complex challenges of sustainability by giving you a wide environmental education. Below is the details:

Program	Bachelor of Environment and Sustainability
Intake	January & June
Entry Requirement	English: IELTS 6.5 ATAR: 80
Annual Indicative Fees	AUD$ 45,864

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University Of New South Wales (UNSW)

4th in Australia and 23rd in the world according to QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020: Environmental Sciences. This degree will teach students how human activity impacts our planet and a thorough understanding of Environmental Science. Not only that, you will also learn how it relates to regulation, economic and social dimensions,policy and management of the environment. You will be able to help shape policy and environmental regulations to create sustainable solutions.

Program	Bachelor of Environmental Management
Intake	February & September
Entry Requirement	English: IELTS 7.0 A-Level: 10 STPM: 8 UEC: 2
Annual Indicative Fees	AUD$ 47,760