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Heap of Refuse

submitted by Giovanni Curmi Naxxar Higher Secondary School : Ylenia Camilleri Brennan  for 19-25
dissemination(s): newspaper, radio, school magazine, school media
filed under Photos

I was recently informed that a heap of refuse was lying beside a beautifully built traditional rubble wall. This consists of old chairs, plastic bottles, metal cans and plastic bags being dumped on the rubble wall as well as between the stones, slowly crushing the flora that grows there. As one can clearly see, this state of affairs is causing a real eyesore, the more so since this area is very popular with hikers. Local farmers also informed us that this heap of refuse was regularly visited by rats. We appeal to the authorities concerned to remove this refuse as quickly as possible, to clean the area and to erect a sign with a warning that persons caught dirtying the place will be prosecuted and an appeal to be environment friendly.



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Small Gozitan towns and Maltese Channel

submitted by Rabat The Archbishop's Seminary (Primary) : Claude Maggi  for 7-10
dissemination(s): Facebook, other, school magazine
filed under Photos

This photo taken in Gozo shows the channel between the main Maltese islands on a cloudy day with calm sea. The different villages are still seen separated by fields and so far the ferry on the left of the photo is the only means of transport linking the two islands.



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Flowers in spring

submitted by Rabat The Archbishop's Seminary (Primary) : Claude Maggi  for 7-10
dissemination(s): Facebook, other, school magazine
filed under Photos

This picture shows the beauty of carpets of flowers with the arrival of spring



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Taking responsible actions at all cost

submitted by St. Francis Primary Cospicua - Malta : EkoSkola Committee 
dissemination(s): school media, website
filed under Photos

This activity was organised by ‘Nature Trust Malta’ under the name ‘Turtle Release’. During the day the students were involved in different workshops about littering, Blue Flag Beaches, Water runoff, the importance of SeaWeed and the Turtle Release activity. This photo shows members from our school of the EkoSkola committee separating waste which was gathered from the sea by two divers. These divers cleaned the seabed from litter that unfortunately end up in our sea. Involved in this activity there were many students from different schools, but the only students who separated the waste which was brought up to the shore from the sea were students from our school. They felt so responsible that as soon as the litter was brought ashore they presented themselves to do the job. EkoSkola representatives guided the students to succeed in this operation.



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Can’t wait to become a Butterfly

submitted by St Edward's College Vittoriosa : Marcello Agius Muscat, Nicolo' Agius Muscat 
dissemination(s): school media
filed under Photos

The caterpillar can’t wait to become a butterfly and further enjoy such a beautiful flower. Joy fills his heart when he awakens every morning and experiences the welcoming smell of such a pretty flower flourishing our college grounds.



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1st Place YRE – Photo 11-14yrs: If this Eyesore You Cannot Bear…Don’t be Afraid to Care

submitted by Our Lady Immaculate School Hamrun : Yasmin Joy Attard  for 11-14
dissemination(s): EkoSkola Notice board, other, website
filed under Photos

The entrance to what probably was a small farmhouse nowadays hosts a small rubbish dump just outside Xewkija, Gozo. One can see an old rusty barrel, pieces of wood and a CRT television set. This waste is not just an eyesore to those who walk near the place, but also poses a danger to humans, the soil and underlying groundwater. Rust, or iron oxide, can harbour microbes, such as tetanus. A CRT television contains chemicals, such as lead and barium, which seep through the soil and pollute the groundwater. Where is this leading us to? Something needs to be done to clean up what is left of our countryside. In a country where space is at a premium and the countryside is rapidly becoming a rarity, we must do everything in our power to conserve that little breath of fresh air we have left.



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2nd Place YRE – Photo 11-14yrs: Trees for Streets

submitted by St.Benedict College Girls' Secondary School Tarxien : Maria Micallef  for 11-14
dissemination(s): other, Participation in School Open Day, school media
filed under Photos

Heavy traffic poses a serious threat to our health and the environment. Vehicle emissions release several pollutants into the air including carbon monoxide, an odourless poisonous gas which can cause sudden death. Car exhaust gases are certainly the cause of respiratory illnesses such as asthma and lung cancer. Trees and green plants are effective in reducing air pollutants. Busy roads should be embellished with more trees to improve air quality. The planting of indigenous shrubs and trees such as the Aleppo Pine tree (Sigra taz-Znuber) should be encouraged. Trees also serve as a refuge for several bird species and help to retain soil. Unfortunately, trees can be the target of vandals by ripping off branches. Local authorities should impose hefty fines on tree vandals. On the other hand, public awareness should be increased through campaigns such as the Tree For You campaign which encourages tree plantation in several areas.



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3rd Place YRE – Photo 11-14yrs: Nature

submitted by Maria Regina College Mosta Boys’ Secondary : Kurt Borg Bonaci  for 11-14
dissemination(s): school media
filed under Photos

I have taken this photo myself as I like to explore the environment around where I live (ie Burmarrad, Malta). In a week from today (April 12th), this caterpillar will turn into a colourful butterfly . If we do not take care of nature this caterpillar would die and it would not please us any longer! When farmers use pesticides to kill insects and parasites they end up also harming the nature in the surroundings, such as by not letting the amazing caterpillar and insects grow and show their beauty. If no one controls the use of insecticides and pesticides we are going to keep on harming the habitats and life cycles of insects and other creatures. We would lose many species of insects as they become extinct.



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3rd Place YRE – Photo 11-14yrs: It-Tankijiet fil-Kampanja

submitted by St Thomas More College Girls' Secondary School Sta Lucia : Chayenne Briffa, Erica Emma Cassar  for 11-14
dissemination(s): school media
filed under Photos

It-tankijiet fil-kampanja speċjalment fl-għelieqi ikerrħu l-ambjent. F’Malta, għalkemm kontra l-ligi, xorta għadek issib xi nies li jagħmlu użu minn dawn it-tankijiet biex iservu bħala xatba jew jaqsmu l-għelieqi minn sid għal ta’ ieħor. Xi nies, ma jinteressahomx la mill-ambjent, la mill-multi u lanqas mill-fatt li l-gvern jagħti sussidji biex jinbnew jew jirranġaw il-ħitan tas-sejjieħ! Għalhekk, għandu jkun hemm iżjed sorveljanza mill-awtoritajiet b’pieni aktar ħorox ħalli nipproteġu l-ambjent tagħna. Min jaf kieku tingħata għajnuna biex il-bdiewa jagħmlu xatba tal-injam biex nipproteġu aħjar il-kampanja Maltija?!



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1st Place YRE – Photo 15-18yrs: Licensed to Kill

submitted by St.Benedict College Girls' Secondary School Tarxien : Emma Louise Borg  for 15-18
dissemination(s): other, Participation in School Photographic Competition & School Open Day, school media, website
filed under Photos

Pesticides are designed to kill insects, fungus, bacteria and other organisms that feed on crops. These pests create loads of nuisance to farmers as they are vectors of disease and destroy crops. Pesticides and genetically modified organisms are the means used by some farming companies to ensure that they will get the crop yield they demand every season; no matter how it hurts the environment or the consumers. Some pesticides work by poisoning the pollen and nectar of flowers and this can kill needed pollinators like butterflies and bees. Organic farming, in particular biological pest control, should be used instead of pesticides. For example, the larvae of lady bugs can be used to control aphids. Butterflies and bees are wonderful creatures that need protection. These tireless insects do a vital job pollinating flowers, shrubs, and fruit trees. Their presence surely adds a touch of beauty and delight to our countryside.



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