A sustainable future for the Democratic Republic of Congo
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can suggest ways the DRC can develop sustainably while protecting its environment and people.
Key learning points
- The DRC has potential for sustainable development through renewable energy and responsible resource management.
- Hydropower from the Congo River could provide electricity to millions.
- Community-led conservation and fair trade practices can improve livelihoods.
- International support and government policies will shape the country's future.
Keywords
Sustainable development - development that meets the needs of the present, without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
Renewable energy - renewable energy is sources of energy that can be reused and will not be used up or run out
Conservation - the careful protection of something
Common misconception
That the government of the DRC is only concerned with the military and defence and not with other important matters that affect the people.
The government of the DRC has many departments focussed on a variety of areas from energy and industries to farming and conservation. The government makes policies and pledges in a number of contexts, not only in defence and military matters.
Teacher tip
You could extend the task in Activity C to become group work or a whole class debate by putting students into groups which agree or disagree with the statement and asking them to put forward their reasoning.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is a major cause of environmental damage in the DRC?
Q2.Why are 'conflict minerals' a problem in the DRC?
Q3.How does deforestation affect biodiversity?
Q4.Why is the DRC important for global biodiversity?
Q5.Which region of Africa is the Democratic Republic of Congo located in?
Q6.What major physical feature runs through the DRC?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Match the keywords to their correct definitions.
Meeting needs now and in the future
Energy that won’t run out
Careful protection of something
Q2.What is a benefit of using renewable energy in the DRC?
Q3.Which challenge does the DRC face when trying to develop sustainably?
Q4.Which of the following statements best reflects the work of the DRC’s government?
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