| BG.5 | Ozone Recovery: A Story of Global Healing | |
| Partner organization (who designed it) | SCAS | |
| Overall description (Tell us the story of this activity) | This interactive practice is based on the ozone hole and its healing, as it’s a powerful example of successful international environmental cooperation. Here’s a workshop design that aims to educate and engage participants on this important topic. | |
| Total Duration: | 3 hrs. | |
| Group size: | 10 -15 people. Mix of older adults (e.g., grandparents, retirees, seniors) and younger participants (e.g., teenagers and other young people). | |
| List of materials: (from pens to papers to Wi-Fi to an elephant) | Projector and screen, speakers for the audio of the video. | |
| Activity’s objectives: (what do you want to achieve by delivering this activity) | To understand the science behind the ozone layer and its depletion. To learn about the causes and consequences of the ozone hole. To explore the success of the Montreal Protocol and its impact on ozone recovery. To discuss the ongoing monitoring and future of the ozone layer. To connect the ozone layer recovery to other present day environmental issues. | |
| memory archive timeline: information, picture and link. e.g. short story. | 16.09.1987 The Montreal Protocol on Substances That Deplete the Ozone Layer is an international treaty designed to protect the ozone layer by phasing out the production of numerous substances that are responsible for ozone depletion. It was agreed on 16 September 1987, and entered into force on 1 January 1989. Info source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montreal_Protocol  Image source: NOAA, Public Domain Image | |
| Step-by-Step Description | ||
| Time: (mins) | Activity Description: Include all the steps needed, Include notes for the facilitation. | |
| 20 mins | STEP 1. Meet the ozone hole The facilitator presents the history of the discovery of the ozone hole, focusing on the role of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and other ozone-depleting substances. Mention the consequences of ozone depletion, including increased UV radiation, health risks, and environmental impacts. Play the following video from the UN Environment Programme’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MgUobxtdm4A | |
| 60 mins | STEP 2. The Montreal Protocol: A Global Success Story Explore the landmark Montreal Protocol, an international agreement to phase out ozone-depleting substances. Highlight the key provisions of the protocol, its implementation, and its impact on reducing CFC emissions. Showcase the success of the protocol in reversing ozone depletion and the ongoing recovery of the ozone layer. Discuss the importance of international cooperation in solving global environmental problems. | |
| STEP 3. Monitoring and Future: The Ozone Layer Today Discuss the current state of the ozone layer, including ongoing monitoring efforts and scientific research. Explore the projected timeline for full ozone recovery and the remaining challenges. Connect the lessons learned from the ozone hole recovery to other environmental issues, such as climate change. | ||
| 20 mins | STEP 4: Reflection: Our Role in Environmental Healing Facilitate a group discussion on the lessons learned from the ozone hole recovery and their relevance to contemporary environmental challenges. Encourage participants to share their thoughts on the role of individuals, governments, and industries in promoting environmental sustainability. Discuss how the success of the Montreal protocol, can be used as a template for other global environmental issues. | |
| Extra information we need to take into account. Notes for facilitation etc (in case needed) | ||
| Preparations for the activity: (what do you need to do, who needs to do it, etc.) | Explore the Montreal protocol prior to the workshop https://www.unep.org/ozonaction/who-we-are/about-montreal-protocol | |
| Evaluation of the activity: (Describe how will you explore what worked, what did not, what should be changed, what as the impact, was the objective achieved and to what extent…) | Encourage participants to share their reflections and insights. Use open-ended questions to explore their perspectives Facilitate structured discussions to gather information about participants motivation, feelings and thoughts on the topics. | |
| Expected Outcomes: What are the expected learning outcomes, social outcomes, or other benefits. Describe how it contributes to collecting and sharing socio-ecological memories. | Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the science of the ozone layer and its depletion. Participants will learn about the success of the Montreal Protocol and its impact on ozone recovery. Participants will be able to connect the lessons learned from the ozone hole recovery to other environmental challenges. Participants will be inspired to take action to promote environmental sustainability. | |
| Appendices (If relevant – handouts, internet links, etc.) | ||
Ozone Recovery: A Story of Global Healing #5
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