Litter

Litter is rubbish that people leave in open areas, particularly in natural areas. A variety of terms are studied in the Environmental Systems and Societies subject of the International Baccalaureate Diploma. In order to gain this knowledge experientially, we conducted research around the Aravaca International School. 

We want to know: What effect does litter have on Arroyo de Pozuelo’s landscape value? What role do containers play in this? o Are there seasonal variations in its quantity? To answer these questions, we classify the trash, find its mass, and analyze the problem after collecting it.

A discussion of consumerism and how to address this problem from different environmental perspectives was also sparked by the experience.

Rafael M.