Latest Entries
Eutrophication Euphoria
submitted by Sliema St. Joseph School : Katya Vassallo for 15-18
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): other, School Ekoskola noticeboard, school media, website
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Articles
awarded: Finalist
The article deals with the case of a water reservoir located on a very busy street. The reservoir is home to a group of ducks. The surface of the water is very often covered with a thick layer of algae – the result of eutrophication. The article explains the possible reason behind this phenomenon, identifies the problems it causes and discusses possible ways in which the situation can be dealt with.
Read MoreSay Yes for Litter Less
submitted by Immaculate Conception School Tarxien : Elisa Vassallo for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school magazine, school media, website
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Reporting video Video Clips
awarded: Commended
The Eco committee is working on creating awareness to reduce litter. Students were asked a number of questions related to litter. Actions were taken by the school community following conclusions drawn from the questionnaire.
Read MoreCat Shelters
submitted by Immaculate Conception School Tarxien : Eliana Marie Caligari Conti (8.8.2011), Leah Genovese (20.9.2011) for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school magazine, school media, website
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Articles
awarded: Participation
After an educational walk in the whereabouts of Tarxien, the two students decided to write an article to create awareness, related to cat shelters. Young reporters for the environment 2023 submissions
Read MoreWhat’s on the menu?
submitted by Secondary St. Aloysius College : Matteo Abela; Myron Checuti for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media, website
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Campaigning photo Photos
The barren-state condition of the Mediterranean subtidal rocky habitats due to the ever-reducing sea urchin density is a widespread wonder. Possibly due to overfishing of this consumable fishery resource, which locally is a delicacy. The aim of this photo creation is to raise awareness and create an opportunity to press action for the development of sustainable fishing and economy.
THE WORLD IS YOUR W€ALTH – the Impacts of an Educational Campaign by the St Augustine College Secondary Campus Ekoskola Committee
submitted by St. Augustine College : Andre Mizzi, Benjamin Borg for 15-18
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): newspaper, school magazine, school media
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Articles
awarded: Honorable Mention
The article summarises the Committee’s work during this scholastic year to reduce litter and encourage recycling of waste. It relays how the students embarked on an educational campaign and are working with the College Gardening Club to compost organic waste and contribute to the circular economy.
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