We all need clean air and water. An informative video first describes the causes of water contamination in Flint, Michigan. It then goes on to explain the importance of environmental engineering in clean air, clean water, and waste management.

Concepts

environmental stewardship, water quality, air pollution, waste management, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Invite an environmental engineer to give a presentation
• Have learners research the Flint disaster and other environmental catastrophes
  

Classroom Considerations

• Note that some pupils will have strong feelings about the situation in Flint
• 29th installment of the Crash Course Engineering series
  

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Easy-to-follow explanations
• Animations help with comprehension
  

Cons

• None