As humankind grows in number, the need to preserve our Earth becomes even more important. Every industry is paying attention and coming up with new ways to protect the Earth, while allowing us to live as comfortably as possible. This includes industries that we may have never thought of before. Watch the videos to see how people in the Architecture & Construction, Manufacturing, and Transportation & Logistics industries are working hard to preserve our planet.

Question

Now imagine that you are a special presenter at an Earth Day convention. You are tasked with building a slideshow using these three examples to explain how people in the Architecture & Construction, Manufacturing, and Transportation & Logistics industries are doing their part.

Use the videos and websites you just explored and consult the Bureau of Labor Statistics’
to help you put together your presentation. You should be familiar with the site from the previous lab, but let’s explore jobs in these new industries. (Hint: in the Transportation & Logistics links above, even though Erik is the business founder, his job would fall under Water Transportation instead of a cluster related to business).

Your slideshow must include the following:

An introduction to the career featured in each industry
An explanation of the career outlook for these careers
What their job consists of (the “What they do…” section of the Occupational Outlook Handbook)
How to get into the field, including education (the “How to Become One…” section of the Occupational Outlook Handbook)
How fast this career is expected to grow (the “Job Outlook” section of the Occupational Outlook Handbook)
A summary of their efforts to go green and how it benefits the environment

Choose one of those options, tell me the components for the slideshow and which job I should do from the career clusters
and do the assignment too

Answer 1

For your Earth Day convention presentation, I would suggest focusing on Architecture & Construction as your industry, particularly highlighting the career of Sustainable Architect. Below are the components for your slideshow along with detailed information that must be included:

Slideshow Components:

Slide 1: Title Slide

• Title: Preserving Our Planet: The Role of Sustainable Architects
• Subtitle: An Earth Day Presentation
• Your Name: (Your Name)
• Date: (Date)

Slide 2: Introduction to Sustainable Architecture

• Content:
  • Definition: A sustainable architect designs buildings that reduce resource consumption and have minimal environmental impact.
  • Importance: Highlights the need for environmentally friendly buildings as urbanization and population growth increase.

Slide 3: Career Outlook for Sustainable Architects

• Content:
  • Overview of the demand for sustainable practices in construction.
  • Trends indicating a shift towards green building technologies by governments and consumers alike.

Slide 4: What They Do

• Content (Extracted from the Occupational Outlook Handbook):
  • Sustainable architects develop plans for buildings that are energy-efficient, incorporate sustainable materials, and often include renewable energy solutions.
  • They collaborate with clients, engineers, and construction teams to ensure environmental standards are met.

Slide 5: How to Become a Sustainable Architect

• Content (Extracted from the Occupational Outlook Handbook):
  • Education: Typically requires a professional degree in architecture and a state license. Advanced degrees focusing on sustainable design are beneficial.
  • Experience: Internships or apprenticeship opportunities in architectural firms focusing on sustainability.

Slide 6: Job Outlook for Sustainable Architects

• Content (Extracted from the Occupational Outlook Handbook):
  • Projected Growth: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of architects is projected to grow as the demand for new nonresidential buildings continues to rise.
  • Overview of average job growth percentages compared to other careers.

Slide 7: Efforts to Go Green

• Content:
  • Sustainable architects implement a variety of eco-friendly design strategies:
    • Use of energy-efficient materials.
    • Integration of natural lighting and ventilation.
    • Rainwater harvesting systems and waste reduction techniques.
  • Benefits: These methods reduce greenhouse gas emissions, conserve energy, and ultimately contribute to a healthier planet.

Slide 8: Conclusion

• Content:
  • Recap of the importance of sustainable architecture in fighting climate change and promoting a healthy ecosystem.
  • Encouragement to consider a career that contributes to environmental preservation.

Slide 9: Questions and Discussion

• Content:
  • Invite the audience to ask questions about sustainable architecture or share their experiences and ideas to improve environmental sustainability.

Summary of Information:

• Career Featured: Sustainable Architect
• Career Outlook: Increasing demand for environmentally sustainable buildings
• Job Responsibilities: Design buildings with minimal environmental impact, collaborate with clients and engineers
• Education Path: Professional architecture degree and state license, possibly supplemented by advanced degrees in sustainability
• Growth Rate: Projected growth due to architectural demands, especially in nonresidential sectors
• Green Efforts: Energy-efficient designs, sustainable materials, and reduced carbon footprint contributing positively to the environment.

This layout offers a comprehensive overview and illustrates the vital role of sustainable architects in the broader initiative of environmental preservation. Good luck with your presentation!