Samuel Moss
4/30/2024 5:55 AM
it was nice learning about species that are going extinct
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REFLECTION QUESTION
Biodiversity + Wildlife Endangered SpeciesWhat endangered species did you learn about and what did you learn?
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REFLECTION QUESTION
Biodiversity + Wildlife Save the BeesWhat did you plant for bees in your area? Please consider uploading a photo!
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Paloma Thiebault 4/29/2024 4:53 AMand have planted flowers that bees like a lot.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate + Air Choose Renewable EnergyIf you are already signed up for your utility's renewable option, what other steps can you take each day to reduce your electricity usage? If your company doesn't offer a renewable option, were they open to your request of this in the future?
Paloma Thiebault 4/29/2024 4:50 AMMy car has been running on solar energy since 2022 and my country house partially runs on solar energy. -
Aiden Archer 4/26/2024 8:18 PMMany of the metals used in our gadgets are rare earth metals that are in limited supply. When they are recycled they can be reused instead of having to mine for new supplies. That also helps prevent air and water pollution.-
Deepali Shanbhag 4/26/2024 8:19 PMWell said !!!
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Aiden Archer 4/26/2024 8:17 PMSaving energy helps the environment because most power sources produce pollution or greenhouse gases when burned. The less energy you use, the less pollution there will be in the air and water, harming our planet and its inhabitants. When it comes to saving the environment, your daily decisions may feel insignificant.-
Dinakaran P 4/26/2024 8:20 PMnice
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Aiden Archer 4/26/2024 8:16 PMReducing fuel dependency: Public transportation use saves the U.S. the equivalent of 4.2 billion gallons of gasoline annually — and more than 11 million gallons of gasoline per day. Public transportation use saves the equivalent of 300,000 fewer automobile fill-ups every day.-
Dinakaran P 4/26/2024 8:23 PMinformation👍
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Aiden Archer 4/26/2024 8:15 PMInstead of normal light bulbs, if you use LED light bulbs they last longer so you will not have to change the light bulb and throw them out as often. -
REFLECTION QUESTION
Biodiversity + Wildlife Plastic in Clothing and WaterHow did you try to catch the release of microplastics in your laundry? What did you learn in the process?
Aiden Archer 4/26/2024 8:09 PMSeveral types of products collect microfibers in the washer before they are released with wastewater. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests Compost Food WasteNew to composting? Be sure to check out the action resource links to learn tips and more about it. As you transition from throwing food away to composting, what do you notice about how much you are tossing? How will you use your compost once it is ready?
Aiden Archer 4/26/2024 8:08 PMAdding finished compost to your soil: Improves the structure and health of your soil by adding organic matter. Helps the soil retain moisture and nutrients. Attracts beneficial organisms to the soil and reduces the need for pesticides and fertilizers. -
Aiden Archer 4/26/2024 8:06 PMThe Gowanus Canal which is right by our school is the most polluted canal in New York City, it is suggestive of oil, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), coal tar, and other industrial wastes.