Subject
Grade
Concept/Content
environmental, political, and economic policies
Elaboration
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Sample topics:
- environmental issues, including climate change, renewable energy, overconsumption, water quality, food security, conservation
- stakeholders (e.g., First Peoples; industry and corporate leaders; local citizens; grassroots movements; special interest groups, including environmental organizations)
- other considerations in policy development, including cultural, societal, spiritual, land use, environmental
- social welfare programs (e.g., health care, education, basic income)
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national programs and projects:
- national climate strategy, including carbon pricing and ending of coal-fired electricity generation
- stimulus programs, infrastructure projects
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trade agreements:
- NAFTA (North America Free Trade Agreement)
- Trans-Pacific Partnership
keywords
environmental, political, and economic policies