Facilitate a class discussion to explore students' existing knowledge of sustainability and how technology can play a role in addressing environmental issues.
Explain that students will be designing a concept for a mobile app that promotes sustainable lifestyle choices.
Exploration of Sustainable Living and Technology (10 minutes):
Present examples of existing mobile apps that encourage sustainable living, such as apps for energy conservation, waste reduction, sustainable transportation, or sustainable shopping. Examples include
Ecosia,
Olio,
JouleBug amongst others.