A whole new way to do your bit for the planet

“If we want to create real and positive change in how we live, we have to change our behaviour as consumers. Where better to start than with the young where turning lights and taps off, using fewer plastic bags and cutting down on waste are part of life and will pass naturally from one generation to the next.

“Helping to take better care of our planet is an awesome task. Each one of us can take small steps every day that will make a big difference to our lives, our environment and our planet now and in the future. Young people are incredibly tuned into technology. Ecoworld’s virtual world brings these small but important steps to life and makes it real. As well as schools, Ecoworld can be used in youth groups, community centres and in our homes – the possibilities are endless.”

“I am delighted to be helping to launch this very special game with the Consumer Council and CCEA. Ecoworld will help young people makethe right decisions about their homes, schools,communities and lifestyles.”

“One of the objectives of the revised curriculum is to teach our young people to be responsible citizens and to view themselves as contributors to society. Ecoworld is a unique resource to help them understand that our actions have an impact on the environment and that the little things we do can help protect it. Children adapt so quickly with the pace of technological change and as educators, we must provide learning resources they can relate to. Ecoworld is an innovative means of reaching children with these messages and above all it’s fun.”