Methven Primary School get environmental lesson

Dec 4 2009 by Johnathon Menzies, Perthshire Advertiser Friday

PUPILS from Methven Primary School became “eco-warriors” yesterday in a bid to battle climate change.

Around 30 youngsters, all aged between seven and nine, attended a day of events – hosted by RWE npower renewables – designed to help them reduce their carbon footprints.

The first time the energy firm has hosted such an event, the youngsters worked with mini wind-turbines, a solar “hotbox” and a hydro-electric model – as well as coal, peat and wood.

The two-hour session proved very popular, with eight-year-old Isobel Drury describing it as “great”.

Perth and Kinross Council’s lifelong learning committee convener, Coucillor Liz Grant, said: “I am pleased that our young people are continuing to have a wide range of opportunities to learn about environmental issues in a hands-on way.”

Katy Woodington, the community investment officer at the Stanley Mills-based company said: “The aim of this event is to promote pupils’ understanding of climate change and renewable energy in a fun and interactive way.”