Transport
Transport choices make a significant difference to global carbon emissions. This topic takes a look at how people and goods make their way to school and if we can make more sustainable choices. With air pollution being responsible for 3 million premature deaths worldwide in 2012, it is important that we make transport choices that protect air quality.
Classroom Resources
Our Resources
Resources From Other Organisations
Cycling Scotland – Bikeability
Cycle training gives pupils skills and confidence to cycle safely and become a biking expert.
Cycling Scotland - Cycle Friendly Schools
Cycle Friendly School supports more children to enjoy the benefits of cycling and ride their bikes more often.
JRSO - Junior Road Safety Officers
Activities organised by your school's JRSO group can be included in your Eco-Schools Transport Action Plan.
OPAL Lichen Air Quality Project
SEPA scientists are looking at how lichen can give us a picture of air quality over a longer time period, and it’s something anyone can get involved in.
SEPA - Making the Case for the Environment
Find out more about how air pollution affects your health with this air pollution infographic from SEPA.
Sustrans Scotland - Hands Up Survey
Looks at how pupils across Scotland travel to school and is the largest national dataset on school travel.
