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🗣️ English Goal

Make and justify a clear recommendation about sustainability using precise language and supporting reasons.

🌱 Sustainability Goal

Understand how to present a practical sustainability recommendation by comparing options and explaining trade-offs in various contexts.

💭 Warm-Up Question

Have you ever suggested a way to improve something at your school, workplace, or community?

📖 Short Reading

When presenting a sustainability recommendation, it is important to clearly explain the idea and why it is beneficial. First, introduce the problem or challenge related to sustainability. For example, if a community wants to reduce waste, you might propose a recycling program. Next, explain your recommendation with details about how it works and the expected benefits. It helps to compare your option with alternatives, showing why it is better or more feasible. You should also mention any possible disadvantages or challenges, such as cost or time needed. This shows a balanced view. Supporting your idea with examples or evidence makes it stronger. For instance, you could describe a nearby city that successfully used a similar program. Finally, invite questions or feedback to show you are open to discussion. Speaking clearly and confidently helps people understand and trust your recommendation. Practicing your presentation can improve your communication skills and increase the chance that your idea is accepted.

🔎 Check Your Understanding


1.
What is the first step when presenting a sustainability recommendation?


2.
Why should you mention possible disadvantages?


3.
How can providing examples strengthen your recommendation?


4.
What is a good way to finish your presentation?

📚 Key Vocabulary

Word or phrase Simple meaning Example
recommendation a suggestion about what to do Her recommendation was to install solar panels on the school roof.
trade-off a balance between two things that cannot both be fully achieved Choosing reusable materials may cost more, but the trade-off is less waste.
feasible possible to do or achieve The project was not feasible without extra funding.
stakeholder a person or group affected by a decision or project Stakeholders include community members and local businesses.
environmental dimension an aspect related to the natural world We considered the environmental dimension when reducing water use.
long-term impact the effect of something over a long period The long-term impact of planting trees includes cleaner air.
resource efficiency using materials or energy in a way that reduces waste Improving resource efficiency can lower costs and protect nature.
justify to explain why something is right or reasonable She justified her recommendation by showing cost savings.
challenge a difficulty that must be overcome A challenge was convincing the team to change old habits.
alternative another choice or option We evaluated alternative ways to reduce energy use.

💬 Useful Language

describing a problem:
One issue we face is…

explaining a cause:
This happens because…

explaining an effect:
As a result, …

comparing choices:
Compared to other options, this approach…

suggesting a solution:
I recommend that we…

giving advice:
It would be useful to consider…

💬 Dialogue

🙂 Alex: Sam, I have a recommendation to reduce waste in our office.

😀 Sam: Great! What is your idea?

🙂 Alex: I recommend setting up clearly labeled recycling bins on every floor.

😀 Sam: That sounds good. Why do you think this is the best solution?

🙂 Alex: Compared to other options, recycling bins are easy to implement and cost-effective.

😀 Sam: Are there any challenges we should consider?

🙂 Alex: Yes, some employees might need training to use the bins correctly.

😀 Sam: How can we address that?

🙂 Alex: It would be useful to hold short training sessions and put up clear signs.

😀 Sam: I agree. Your recommendation seems practical and well thought out.

✏️ Exercise 1 – Fill in the Blanks

1.
I ____ that we increase energy efficiency to save costs. (recommend / suggest / complain)

2.
Reducing plastic use may involve a ____ if it requires more time. (agreement / trade-off / mistake)

3.
The long-term ____ of planting trees includes better air and climate. (problem / result / impact)

4.
It is important to ____ your idea with evidence to persuade others. (justify / ignore / reject)

5.
Stakeholders are people who are ____ by the project or decision. (supported / affected / funded)

6.
If a project is not ____, it might be too expensive or difficult to do. (harmful / uncertain / feasible)

🔗 Exercise 2 – Matching


1.
Trade-off


2.
Stakeholder


3.
Feasible


4.
Justify


5.
Environmental Dimension


Options:

  • a.
    An aspect related to the natural world and its well-being
  • b.
    Choosing between two things where both cannot be fully achieved
  • c.
    A person or group affected by a sustainability project
  • d.
    Possible and practical to do
  • e.
    Give reasons to show that something is right or reasonable

✅ Exercise 3 – Multiple Choice


1.
Which phrase can you use to suggest a solution?


2.
Why should you compare your recommendation with alternatives?


3.
What does 'resource efficiency' mean?


4.
Which is an example of a stakeholder?


5.
How can you make your presentation more confident?

🧩 Mini Practice

Practice answering aloud.


Say: I recommend we start a recycling program next month.


Say: One challenge of this idea is the initial cost.


Say: Compared to other options, this plan is more cost-effective.


Say: I suggest we hold a meeting to discuss this recommendation.


Ask: What is your sustainability recommendation for your community or workplace?


Say: I recommend introducing energy-saving lights to reduce electricity use.


Ask: How would you explain the benefits of your recommendation?


Say: I would say it saves money and helps protect the environment in the long term.

🌿 Small Sustainability Action

Observe one daily habit you can change to reduce waste or save energy, then tell a friend or coworker about your idea.

📝 Reflection


How could you present a sustainability recommendation to improve an aspect of your community or workplace?

🧭 Lesson Summary

This lesson helps you make and justify a clear sustainability recommendation. You learn to compare choices and explain trade-offs effectively. Practicing these skills will improve your communication and support positive change.

🔎 Answer Key

Check Your Understanding

  1. Introduce the problem the idea addresses
  2. To show a balanced view and gain trust
  3. By showing real success in similar situations
  4. Invite questions or feedback

Exercise 1 – Fill in the Blanks

  1. recommend
  2. trade-off
  3. impact
  4. justify
  5. affected
  6. feasible

Exercise 2 – Matching

  1. Trade-off – Choosing between two things where both cannot be fully achieved
  2. Stakeholder – A person or group affected by a sustainability project
  3. Feasible – Possible and practical to do
  4. Justify – Give reasons to show that something is right or reasonable
  5. Environmental Dimension – An aspect related to the natural world and its well-being

Exercise 3 – Multiple Choice

  1. I recommend that we
  2. To show why your idea is better or more realistic
  3. Using materials without wasting them
  4. A person affected by a project
  5. By practicing before speaking
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