🌍 Part 1: Understanding Climate Perspectives

1. List two different perspectives on climate change that we have studied:

2. Which of the following are key stakeholders in climate change discussions? (Check all that apply)

Environmental scientists

Business leaders

Māori communities

Government officials

Young people

Farmers

🔮 Part 2: Future Scenarios for New Zealand

3. Complete the scenario planning exercise. Fill in the blanks:

Economic Perspective: If New Zealand prioritises economic growth over environmental protection, by 2050 we might see _____________ industries thriving, but _____________ environmental impacts occurring.

Environmental Perspective: If New Zealand prioritises environmental protection, by 2050 we might have _____________ ecosystems, but face challenges with _____________.

4. Draw a simple diagram showing how climate change might affect your local community in the next 20 years:

🤝 Part 3: Synthesis and Solutions

5. Match each perspective with its main concern:

1. Economic Perspective

2. Environmental Perspective

3. Social Justice Perspective

4. Māori Worldview

A. Protecting whakapapa and whenua

B. Ensuring fair outcomes for all communities

C. Preserving biodiversity and ecosystems

D. Maintaining jobs and economic stability

6. What is the most important factor when considering climate action in New Zealand? (Choose one)

Economic costs and benefits

Environmental protection

Social equity and fairness

Cultural values and traditions

All perspectives are equally important

💡 Part 4: Proposing Solutions

7. Describe one practical solution that could address climate change in New Zealand while considering multiple perspectives:

8. Explain how your proposed solution addresses at least two different stakeholder concerns:

9. What role can young New Zealanders play in addressing climate change? List three specific actions:

🎯 Part 5: Personal Reflection

10. Which climate change perspective do you find most compelling and why?

11. How has studying different perspectives changed your understanding of climate change issues?

12. What is one thing you will do differently as a result of this learning?

Climate Perspectives Synthesis Worksheet

Climate Perspectives Synthesis Worksheet

🌍 Part 1: Understanding Climate Perspectives

🔮 Part 2: Future Scenarios for New Zealand

🤝 Part 3: Synthesis and Solutions

💡 Part 4: Proposing Solutions

🎯 Part 5: Personal Reflection

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