11-14

Fairtrade – what’s that?

submitted by Gozo College Middle School : Nicole Micallef  for 11-14
dissemination(s): EkoSkola blog, Ekoskola noticeboard, other, school magazine, school media
filed under Articles

Fairtrade is about better prices, decent working conditions and fair terms of trade for farmers and workers, supporting the development of thriving farming and worker communities that have more control over their futures and protecting the environment in which they live and work. However, unfortunately, most people don’t know this… On interviewing people, aged between 25 and 40, it turned out that only 15% really knew what Fairtrade meant, although 22% of all the interviewees had a mistaken opinion about what Fairtrade is. On the other hand, 78% of those interviewed took it for granted that the workers involved in the production and processing of the food we consume are truly treated justly, without any corruption or irregularities taking place. Meanwhile, 19% were not certain whilst 3% believed that some things might not be as fair as should be.



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Dwejra: Not all is lost

submitted by Gozo College Middle School : Nicole Micallef  for 11-14
dissemination(s): school magazine,school media,other,EkoSkola Noticeboard, EkoSkola blog
filed under Photos

It’s true, the Azure Window was a true gem, but its loss is not the end. Dwejra still contains various other treasures which tend not to be appreciated enough. The Maltese Everlasting, endemic to Dwejra, is but one example, Fungus Rock being another. The fossils bed, including the remains of sea shells, shark teeth and sea urchins, dating back from millions of years ago, in the area are also protected by the law. There are also the quaternary deposits and various other features. Law enforcement in the area and similar is a must. Hopefully swimming in the beautiful clean waters is also something to keep on enjoying.



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Not Attractive Enough

submitted by Gozo College Middle School : Nicole Micallef  for 11-14
dissemination(s): school magazine,school media,other,EkoSkola Noticeboard, EkoSkola blog
filed under Photos

A firm part of our culture, the Maltese lace was first produced mainly by women, young and old, to make extra money. However, today only the old persist in making the exquisite Maltese lace and displaying it to tourists. The young have mostly abandoned this beautiful craft, to be replaced by gadgets and going out with friends. Is the Maltese lace not attractive enough?



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The Organic Dilemma

submitted by Gozo College Middle School : Nicole Micallef  for 11-14
dissemination(s): school magazine,school media,other,EkoSkola Noticeboard, EkoSkola blog
filed under Photos

Most plastic bags are not organic material. Leftover food, fruit and vegetable peels, eggshells, soiled napkins, leaves and flowers should be put sraight in the organic waste bags provided if possible with no extra packaging material. It is also important to check when the organic waste bag is collected.



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Europe’s 2020 Strategy Making energy more secure, affordable and sustainable

submitted by St Ignatius College, Girls Secondary School, Handaq : Michela Calleja  for 11-14
dissemination(s): other,notice board of a local hotel
filed under Articles

Investigating Europe’s 2020 Strategy: what Malta is doing to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions and increase energy from renewable resources.



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The Invasion of the Aliens

submitted by Gozo College Middle School : Nicole Micallef  for 11-14
dissemination(s): school magazine,school media,other,EkoSkola Noticeboard, EkoSkola blog
filed under Photos

An alien species, the Cape Sorrell, known locally as l-Ingliża, has taken over the countryside. It was reportedly first imported from South Africa by an English lady, but it is evident from the patches of yellow flower how much it has expanded in number. Care should be taken to avoid the spread of invasive alien species which are destroying the indigenous and endemic plants around.



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Crumbling with time

submitted by Gozo College Middle School : Nicole Micallef  for 11-14
dissemination(s): school magazine,school media,other,EkoSkola Noticeboard, EkoSkola blog
filed under Photos

Formed under the sea by pressure from above millions of years ago, the Maltese rocks are crumbling back into dust once more, this time due to the natural elements, mainly wind and sea erosion. The fossils, strong though cracked nd broken, remind us of the resistance nature creates to survive sharing a habitat with human beings.



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Certified Fairtrade?

submitted by Gozo College Middle School : Nicole Micallef  for 11-14
dissemination(s): EkoSkola blog, Ekoskola noticeboard, other, school magazine, school media
filed under Photos

A shop proudly displays the Fairtrade logo explaining its meaning and intentions yet none of the products displayed have the official fair trade logo on them.  On asking the shop attendant, she insisted that products are Fairtrade certified, bought from Fairtrade fairs and imported from Madasgascar.  How can customers be sure that products are really Fairtrade with the money going in the right pockets?   Before buying fair trade products, customers are encouraged to ask for Fairtrade certification if the product does not show the official Fairtrade logo.



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The Bring-in sites also accept glass for a reason!

submitted by St. Ignatius College Middle School : Kelsey Bugeja  for 11-14
dissemination(s): school media
filed under Photos

In this picture we can see the glass shards scattered around the pavement. This could have led to people getting hurt as they aren’t very visible. This could be prevented if whoever threw them away made use of the Bring-in sites.



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What are your reasons for not sharing

submitted by St. Ignatius College Middle School : Hailey Grima  for 11-14
dissemination(s): school media
filed under Photos

In the world about 795 million people are undernourished. Even though the world produces enough food for everyone it is not shared equally among the countries. So what are you waiting for? These cats are truly teaching us a lesson.



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