Congratulations to the twenty S2 pupils who completed a
two day intensive investigation into carbon capture and storage (CCS) by doing
hands-on experiments.
Lots of countries are actively researching and investing
in CCS as a way to reduce their impact on the environment and address issues
surrounding climate change so it was great to see the pupils really involved in
this task. The group also researched and debated issues surrounding climate
change. This was an interdisciplinary project created by the Science and
Geography departments to challenge the pupils and raise awareness of STEM
careers. Thanks also to Professor Mercedes Maroto-Valer from Heriot Watt
university who gave a great talk on her team's CCS research.
The winners with
the best final poster and presentation were Becky Anderson, Adam Cooper, Beth
Mollison and Josh Brock. The prize for
the best contribution to the climate change debate went to Benedict Tan. All 20
pupils will be awarded a Bronze Crest Award for their outstanding contribution
and work on this project.
S2 pupils involved: Becky Anderson, Armina Berber, Lara
Byers, Rowan Foulner, Jodie McDonald, Amy McGaff, Beth Mollison, Jodi Robertson, Rebecca Russell, Kirsten Sanders, Josh Brock,
Adam Cooper, Anthony Housego, Michael Li, Cameron Littlejohn, Andrew Overstone,
Andrew Skinner, Fraser Smith, Benedict
Tan, Fraser Angus
Great work by all!
