Give context to your teaching of biofuels

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Use these tips and activities to link UN sustainable development goal 8 to lessons on fermentation and bioethanol

Many of the UN’s sustainable development goals are relevant to chemistry teaching. Goal 8 – promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all – can fit into your lessons on fermentation and bioethanol. This article gives ideas for relevant context and suggests resources and activities to include the goal within your teaching. Download the accompanying resource for an activity suitable for age range 14–16 on E10 petrol and climate change.

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