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Geography


The Paradox of Ecotourism

The Paradox of Ecotourism

Tourism

Ecotourism may celebrate the environment but it can also cause harm. Using Costa Rica as a case study, this video explores the negative impacts of ecotourism, as well as strategies that can prevent greenwashing and make ecotourism more sustainable.
What Is Ecotourism?

What Is Ecotourism?

Tourism

Did you know that some forms of tourism can actually benefit the environment? Using Costa Rica as a case study, this video explores ecotourism, its history in Costa Rica and the positive impacts it has had on the country’s economy and ecosystem.
Event Tourism at the Olympics

Event Tourism at the Olympics

Tourism

When it comes to event tourism, the Olympic Games are a mega event, bringing millions of tourists to host cities. But is the increased revenue worth it? This video explores the economic, social and environmental impacts of the Olympic Games.
What is Seasonal Tourism?

What is Seasonal Tourism?

Tourism

Just like climate cycles, tourism has its own seasons. This video explores seasonal tourism, the challenges and issues that emerge from the swing in visitor numbers, and the various strategies that could help to manage seasonality in the industry.
Snowfields and Seasonal Tourism

Snowfields and Seasonal Tourism

Tourism

Ski towns bear the brunt of seasonal tourism. Using Colorado, USA, as a case study, this video explores the effects of seasonality on the industry, how diversification can support tourism and what climate change could mean for the future.
What is Event Tourism?

What is Event Tourism?

Tourism

Whether it’s a private wedding or a music festival, people often travel for events. This video explores event tourism, the different types of events people attend and how a sudden rise and fall in visitors impacts destinations and their economy.
Ethical Tourism at Uluru, Australia

Ethical Tourism at Uluru, Australia

Tourism

Respectful cultural immersion can be the highlight of a vacation. Using Uluru, Australia as a case study, this video explores the history of tourism at the site, what ethical tourism means in practice and why indigenous involvement is crucial in...Show More
What is Ethical Tourism?

What is Ethical Tourism?

Tourism

Do you know what your responsibilities are as a tourist? This video discusses ethical tourism, the three pillars of sustainability and how the Global code of Ethics for Tourism can have a positive impact on travel destinations around the world.
Tourism in Bali, Indonesia

Tourism in Bali, Indonesia

Tourism

Tourism accounts for roughly 80% of Bali’s economy. Using the Butler Model, this video explores the evolution of tourism to Bali, the impacts of this reliance on tourism and how sustainable tourism could lead to a better future for the industry...Show More
Instagram, Media, and Tourism

Instagram, Media, and Tourism

Tourism

Influencers are trendsetters, even when it comes to travel destinations. This video discusses the effect of new media, influencers and photo-sharing platforms on the tourism industry and examines the advantages and disadvantages of social media hype.
Airbnb, Media and Tourism

Airbnb, Media and Tourism

Tourism

Airbnb has over 6 million listings worldwide. This video explores the rise of home-sharing, why tourists find it so appealing and the various impacts that growing numbers of short-term holiday rentals are having on tourists, cities and citizens.
Tourism in Developing Countries

Tourism in Developing Countries

Tourism

The most popular tourist destinations can actually be some of the least developed countries. This video explores the positive and negative impacts of tourism to these countries and how holidays can effect infrastructure, economy, employment and more.
The Environmental Cost of Fast Fashion

The Environmental Cost of Fast Fashion

Fast Fashion

One garbage truck of textiles is landfilled or burned every second. This video discusses the environmental impact of fashion from creation to use, how and why so many clothes become waste and how we can make the industry more sustainable.
The Human Cost of Fast Fashion

The Human Cost of Fast Fashion

Fast Fashion

While the price of fashion for us may be low, the real cost is much higher. This video discusses fast fashion, planned obsolescence and the modern slavery and unsafe conditions that make cheap, disposable fashion so affordable for consumers.
What Can We Do about Fast Fashion?

What Can We Do about Fast Fashion?

Fast Fashion

As consumers, what can we do to change the fashion industry? This video discusses the New York Fashion Act, the legislations bringing accountability to the industry and the activists and artists that are educating consumers on what they can do.
Warming Oceans

Warming Oceans

DK Eyewitness: Climate Change

Since the 1970s, our oceans have absorbed 90% of the excess heat produced by CO2 emissions. As our oceans get hotter, and sea levels continue to rise, our world is sure to look very different in the future.
Fossil Fuels: Part Two

Fossil Fuels: Part Two

DK Eyewitness: Climate Change

For centuries, humans have relied on fossil fuels to power our world. Oil and gas are hydrocarbons that have helped fuel our modern way of living, but burning them has a devastating impact on the natural world.
Adding to the Problem

Adding to the Problem

DK Eyewitness: Climate Change

Deforestation and the use of fossil fuels are not the only human activities causing climate change. Other aspects of modern life are adding to the problem by producing greenhouse gases, like methane, nitrous oxide and chlorofluorocarbons. Let’s...Show More
Heatwaves

Heatwaves

DK Eyewitness: Climate Change

Heatwaves caused by periods of extreme hot or dry weather are becoming more frequent across our planet. While some regions are able to cope with their devastating effects, others struggle to survive.
Human Impact

Human Impact

DK Eyewitness: Climate Change

By monitoring changes in C02 levels over thousands of years, scientists know that Earth’s temperature is rising. The biggest cause of global warming? Our reliance on harmful fossil fuels.
Fossil Fuels: Part One

Fossil Fuels: Part One

DK Eyewitness: Climate Change

For centuries, humans have relied on fossil fuels to power our world. Coal fuelled the Industrial Revolution but also had a devastating impact on people and the natural environment. Let’s dig a little deeper into our use of coal.
The Carbon Cycle

The Carbon Cycle

DK Eyewitness: Climate Change

The Carbon Cycle is the process by which carbon is constantly absorbed, stored and recycled by living and non-living things, thereby maintaining the delicate balance that supports all life on Earth.
Burning the Forests

Burning the Forests

DK Eyewitness: Climate Change

Trees and forests are known as the lungs of the Earth because they absorb and store carbon. But when they’re burned or cut down, the C02 they release contributes to global warming.
The Greenhouse Effect

The Greenhouse Effect

DK Eyewitness: Climate Change

Earth’s atmosphere acts like a greenhouse, deflecting the fiercest of the Sun’s rays while retaining heat that would otherwise escape at night. This is known as the greenhouse effect and it’s a process that’s essential to life on Earth.
Slay

Slay

WARNING: This film contains footage that may be distressing for some viewers. Teacher discretion is advised. Is it acceptable to kill animals for fashion? From the makers of award-winning films 'Cowspiracy' and 'What the Health', 'Slay' follows...Show More