APes Final Outline
Unit 1: History of Humans & The Environment
Tragedy of the Commons
Easter Island
Jared Diamond- “The biggest mistake in the history of the human race”
Brief history of land use in the US
Ecological Footprint
Unit 2: Human Population
RLF, TRF, BR, DR
Doubling time
Population growth
Age Structure Diagrams
Demographic Transition
Case Studies (Chapter 9)
Unit 3: Ecology
Levels of organization
Keystone species
Energy flow & food webs
biological magnification
native & invasive species
primary productivity of ecosystems
GPP, NPP
Laws of Thermodynamics (1st & 2nd)
Matter Cycles (C, S, P, Water, N)
Primary Productivity of Ecosystems
Invasive Species project
Biome Project
Chapter 3, Chapter 4 (Biodiversity), Chapter 5
Unit 4: Air Pollution
Structure of atmosphere
Ozone (good & bad)
Major Air Pollutants (CO, CO2, NO, SO2, particulate matter, VOCs and ozone)
smog and photochemical smog
Temperature inversions
Acid deposition , harmful effects of acid deposition
Indoor air pollution-developing vs. developed countries
Radon, Formaldehyde, Particulates, Asbestos, CO, Tobacco smoke, Pesticide residues)
SBS (Sick building syndrome)
Health effects of air pollution
Preventing & Reducing air pollution
Clean Air Act
Montreal Protocol, Kyoto Protocol
Greenhouse Effect
Greenhouse gases
Global Warming
Factors affecting the earth's temperature
Effects of Global Warming
Chapter 19 & Chapter 20
Biomimicry: Chapter 1, 2 & 7
Cradle to Cradle
Sunday, December 9, 2007
Saturday, December 8, 2007
APes- Review Materials
Some Notes/Terms from the Fall
(Not comprehensive, but good start!)
Vocab Terms
(Not comprehensive, but almost...)
Jeopardy Review Game
Review Outline to be up by Monday the 10th!
Journals: 8 total
2 required:
Class Quadrat Study
A walk in the woods
Remaining entries:
Reflections on any topics we have covered.
Environmental world, local news.
Bioneers or Democracy Conference reflection.
Cradle to Cradle reflection.
Practice Final exam essay responses.
Reflection on what you have learned this fall and what you hope to still learn in this class.
(Not comprehensive, but good start!)
Vocab Terms
(Not comprehensive, but almost...)
Jeopardy Review Game
Review Outline to be up by Monday the 10th!
Journals: 8 total
2 required:
Class Quadrat Study
A walk in the woods
Remaining entries:
Reflections on any topics we have covered.
Environmental world, local news.
Bioneers or Democracy Conference reflection.
Cradle to Cradle reflection.
Practice Final exam essay responses.
Reflection on what you have learned this fall and what you hope to still learn in this class.
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
Electronic Recycling!
FYI:
Alameda County Computer Resource Center
From the ACCRC web page
"Got old computers or other electronics?
We'll take it! We will recycle anything that you can plug into a power outlet. This means we will recycle your computer, VCR, television, copy machine, and even your microwave and toaster, but not your large appliances such as a washing machine or refrigerator. When you give us your computer, you will receive a tax write-off, and we will attempt to fix your equipment and then give it away to someone who is unable to afford to buy a computer. If we are unable to reuse your equipment, it will be recycled in an environmentally friendly manner.
To donate your equipment, simply bring it to us during our open hours. No appointment is needed. Nothing is too old or too broken. We only charge fees for degaussing and for non-local pick-ups."
Marin Computer Resource Center
From web page:
"# MCRC keeps hazardous electronics waste out of the landfill.
# We are an authorized eWaste collector by the California Integrated Waste Management Board. CEWID #100285.
# We give away electronics that we refurbish and test to schools libraries, non-profits, and the disadvantaged.
# Nothing shipped overseas except tested, working equipment donated to international recipients of our refurbished equipment. Save The World!
# MCRC helps Bay Area companies to safely, legally, and economically convert formerly dangerous garbage into something useful for your - and our - neighbors.
We now accept small appliances such as Microwaves, Toaster Ovens, Blenders, and Coffee-Makers PROVIDED THEY ARE CLEAN. (no "science projects", please!)"
Alameda County Computer Resource Center
From the ACCRC web page
"Got old computers or other electronics?
We'll take it! We will recycle anything that you can plug into a power outlet. This means we will recycle your computer, VCR, television, copy machine, and even your microwave and toaster, but not your large appliances such as a washing machine or refrigerator. When you give us your computer, you will receive a tax write-off, and we will attempt to fix your equipment and then give it away to someone who is unable to afford to buy a computer. If we are unable to reuse your equipment, it will be recycled in an environmentally friendly manner.
To donate your equipment, simply bring it to us during our open hours. No appointment is needed. Nothing is too old or too broken. We only charge fees for degaussing and for non-local pick-ups."
Marin Computer Resource Center
From web page:
"# MCRC keeps hazardous electronics waste out of the landfill.
# We are an authorized eWaste collector by the California Integrated Waste Management Board. CEWID #100285.
# We give away electronics that we refurbish and test to schools libraries, non-profits, and the disadvantaged.
# Nothing shipped overseas except tested, working equipment donated to international recipients of our refurbished equipment. Save The World!
# MCRC helps Bay Area companies to safely, legally, and economically convert formerly dangerous garbage into something useful for your - and our - neighbors.
We now accept small appliances such as Microwaves, Toaster Ovens, Blenders, and Coffee-Makers PROVIDED THEY ARE CLEAN. (no "science projects", please!)"
Monday, December 3, 2007
APes Assignments Week of December 4th!
"Environmental Crisis & the Search for a Politics That Work"
In class mini Project
Dec. 4 & Dec. 6
Due: End of Class December 6th
Groups of 2!
1. Study/Read RCRA & PP packet.
2. Analyze RCRA, PP and Cradle to Cradle techniques
3. Present the following things by the end of class on Thursday, December 6th:
a. Define RCRA (text pg. 534)
B. Define Precautionary Principle (text pg. 432)
c. Write a reflection/response/reaction showing specifically how Bill McDonough & Michael Braungart would react to the article "Routine Regulatory Failure". Be specific. Use quotes from the texts when necessary.
d. Likewise write a reflection/response/reaction showing specifically how Bill McDonough & Michael Braungart would react to San Francisco's adoption of the Precautionary Principle. Again be specific and use quotes from text when necessary.
In class mini Project
Dec. 4 & Dec. 6
Due: End of Class December 6th
Groups of 2!
1. Study/Read RCRA & PP packet.
2. Analyze RCRA, PP and Cradle to Cradle techniques
3. Present the following things by the end of class on Thursday, December 6th:
a. Define RCRA (text pg. 534)
B. Define Precautionary Principle (text pg. 432)
c. Write a reflection/response/reaction showing specifically how Bill McDonough & Michael Braungart would react to the article "Routine Regulatory Failure". Be specific. Use quotes from the texts when necessary.
d. Likewise write a reflection/response/reaction showing specifically how Bill McDonough & Michael Braungart would react to San Francisco's adoption of the Precautionary Principle. Again be specific and use quotes from text when necessary.
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
APes: HW 11/28 & 11/30
APes HW: 11/28 & 11/30
Read Chapter 18: Environmental Hazards & Human Health pg. 426-437
Also read: The meeting notes from San Francisco's recent retreat: Commission on the Environment (10/2/07). Pay special attention to the following things:
*Definition of EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility)
*Examples of stewardship as applied to solid waste
*International Models for End-of-Life Management
(For extra FUN -not mandatory read about Germany's Green Dot System!)
December 4th: Turn in the following -
1. Pick one topic/theme/main idea/"story" from any of the reading above that interests you the most. Inspires you to ask questions. Inspires you to want to learn more.
2. Ask & write down 3 questions about this topic.
3. Research/Find the answers to your questions. Write up your questions, why they are important to you, what you learned and where you found your answers.
- If you need another Journal reflection entry , reflect on any of the above reading. Here are some questions to consider...How do you propose we reduce the risk from exposure to toxic & hazardous chemicals in our environment? Can Marin adopt EPR habits? Relate San Francisco's Retreat content to the book Cradle to Cradle--
Read Chapter 18: Environmental Hazards & Human Health pg. 426-437
Also read: The meeting notes from San Francisco's recent retreat: Commission on the Environment (10/2/07). Pay special attention to the following things:
*Definition of EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility)
*Examples of stewardship as applied to solid waste
*International Models for End-of-Life Management
(For extra FUN -not mandatory read about Germany's Green Dot System!)
December 4th: Turn in the following -
1. Pick one topic/theme/main idea/"story" from any of the reading above that interests you the most. Inspires you to ask questions. Inspires you to want to learn more.
2. Ask & write down 3 questions about this topic.
3. Research/Find the answers to your questions. Write up your questions, why they are important to you, what you learned and where you found your answers.
- If you need another Journal reflection entry , reflect on any of the above reading. Here are some questions to consider...How do you propose we reduce the risk from exposure to toxic & hazardous chemicals in our environment? Can Marin adopt EPR habits? Relate San Francisco's Retreat content to the book Cradle to Cradle--
Sunday, November 25, 2007
Monday, November 26th HW
Part 3: Table Group Challenge
Congratulations. Your table group is in charge of transforming San Rafael’s city infrastructure into an eco-effective vision using Cradle to Cradle principles. Please prepare the following things for next class:
1) Name 5 specific eco-effective steps San Rafael needs to initiate in order to implement Cradle to Cradle infrastructure. Relate at least 2 of these steps to a current problem, strategy, initiative that San Rafael is working on. (Each member of your table group should be in charge of 1 of these steps!) http://www.sustainablesanrafael.org/news.html
http://www.sustainablemarin.org/
2) Find out what Curitiba, Brazil is doing effectively in terms of sustainability. Give one example of a current infrastructure in Curitiba, Brazil that is a clear “signal of intent”. (Spell out what the intention is.)
3) How can the 140 Years of Sustainable Forestry practices by the Menominee tribe serve as an inspiration to the city of San Rafael? Does this relate at all to being “native” to one’s place? Also, can you relate any of these ideas to Paul Hawken’s concept of “Natural Capital”? http://www.menominee.edu/sdi/csstdy.htm
Your table group will have 10 to 15 minutes to organize your material to hand in.
Your goal as a table group is to be as creative, specific, and cradle to cradle-esque as possible. Apply the major concepts you learned from Cradle to Cradle to this assignment. Do not be afraid to be specific and to give examples from the book or the above links!
Congratulations. Your table group is in charge of transforming San Rafael’s city infrastructure into an eco-effective vision using Cradle to Cradle principles. Please prepare the following things for next class:
1) Name 5 specific eco-effective steps San Rafael needs to initiate in order to implement Cradle to Cradle infrastructure. Relate at least 2 of these steps to a current problem, strategy, initiative that San Rafael is working on. (Each member of your table group should be in charge of 1 of these steps!) http://www.sustainablesanrafael.org/news.html
http://www.sustainablemarin.org/
2) Find out what Curitiba, Brazil is doing effectively in terms of sustainability. Give one example of a current infrastructure in Curitiba, Brazil that is a clear “signal of intent”. (Spell out what the intention is.)
3) How can the 140 Years of Sustainable Forestry practices by the Menominee tribe serve as an inspiration to the city of San Rafael? Does this relate at all to being “native” to one’s place? Also, can you relate any of these ideas to Paul Hawken’s concept of “Natural Capital”? http://www.menominee.edu/sdi/csstdy.htm
Your table group will have 10 to 15 minutes to organize your material to hand in.
Your goal as a table group is to be as creative, specific, and cradle to cradle-esque as possible. Apply the major concepts you learned from Cradle to Cradle to this assignment. Do not be afraid to be specific and to give examples from the book or the above links!
Saturday, November 17, 2007
Thursday, November 15, 2007
APes HW 11/14-11/26
Homework:
11/14: Cradle to Cradle reading
11/16: Study for Quiz #2 on Air Pollution (Miller pg. 447-462) & In Class Notes
Bring your CRADLE to CRADLE book to class on TUESDAY, November 20!
11/20: Finish CRADLE to CRADLE
11/14: Cradle to Cradle reading
11/16: Study for Quiz #2 on Air Pollution (Miller pg. 447-462) & In Class Notes
Bring your CRADLE to CRADLE book to class on TUESDAY, November 20!
11/20: Finish CRADLE to CRADLE
Monday, November 12, 2007
APes HW 11/12/08
1) Read one of the articles about the San Francisco Oil Spill (Below- previous post).
2) Study for in class Quiz.
Content will be taken from anything we have discussed in class about Air pollution and The following sections from Chapter 19: Air Pollution
1) Structure of the Atmosphere
2) Major Air pollutants (CO, Nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, Particulates & Ozone)
3) Urban Outdoor Air Pollution (Smog)
4) Photochemical Smog
5) Case Studies
6) Temperature Inversions
7) Acid Deposition (Acid Rain)- What is it? & Impacts
Questions from HW that related to Quiz:
pg. 462
#1, #3, #4 & #5
Also, Finish Reading Cradle to Cradle by the end of Thanksgiving Break!
2) Study for in class Quiz.
Content will be taken from anything we have discussed in class about Air pollution and The following sections from Chapter 19: Air Pollution
1) Structure of the Atmosphere
2) Major Air pollutants (CO, Nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, Particulates & Ozone)
3) Urban Outdoor Air Pollution (Smog)
4) Photochemical Smog
5) Case Studies
6) Temperature Inversions
7) Acid Deposition (Acid Rain)- What is it? & Impacts
Questions from HW that related to Quiz:
pg. 462
#1, #3, #4 & #5
Also, Finish Reading Cradle to Cradle by the end of Thanksgiving Break!
Saturday, November 10, 2007
San Francisco Oil Spill- Please read some of these articles !
Ship Crashes into Bay Bridge tower, spills fuel oil
Oil Fouls Marin Shores
San Francisco Oil spill spreads, emergency declared
Seabirds mired in Marin slick
Fish wrap: Salmon arrive just in time for oil spill
Work to stem oil spill damage intensifies
Marin's biggest oil-dumping nightmare came in 1971
Photos from Oil spill: (San Francisco Chronicle)
Oil Spill Video
Sunday, November 4, 2007
APes Assignments Week of November 4th
Monday, November 5th:
Homework: Read Chapter 19 from the Miller Textbook. Pages 439-452. Type & answer questions # 1-5 on page 462
Thursday, November 8th:
Homework: Finish Reading Chapter 19. Pages 452-462. Type & answer questions #6-8 on page 462.
These Homework assignments are both due on : Monday, November 12th. You may turn them in early. All assignments turned in after class on Monday, November 12th will receive only 1/4 of the points available.
Homework: Read Chapter 19 from the Miller Textbook. Pages 439-452. Type & answer questions # 1-5 on page 462
Thursday, November 8th:
Homework: Finish Reading Chapter 19. Pages 452-462. Type & answer questions #6-8 on page 462.
These Homework assignments are both due on : Monday, November 12th. You may turn them in early. All assignments turned in after class on Monday, November 12th will receive only 1/4 of the points available.
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Sunday, October 28, 2007
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Biome Brochure Project!- Due Thursday, November 1st
For this project you will use class time & homework time to complete the requirements of this activity. The project is due in class November 1st, 2007!
Biome Brochure Project Details & Requirements
Links that may be good resources:
Biomes
This web site, maintained by the Environmental Literacy Council, contains data and maps of major biomes and pertinent links about those biomes.
North American Biomes
Biomes of the World
Biodiversity
WWF Global
Formally the World Wide Fund for Nature International. A conservation organization with information available on climate change, oceans, forests, sustainability, various species. The site has an expert database and fact sheets on a variety of topics.
The National Marine Mammal Laboratory's Education Web Site
Sponsored by the National Marine Fisheries Service, this site provides a wealth of information about the different kinds of marine mammals, their ecology, behavior, physiology and classification. Information is also available on careers dealing with marine mammals.
The Hubbard Brook Ecosystem Study
Learn about the Hubbard Brook Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) site. The Hubbard Brook LTER site, established in 1955 in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, is part of a system of 24 LTER sites across the country sponsored by the National Science Foundation. This web site provides access to research studies data, and educational resources for teachers and students interested in the ecology of northeastern forests.
Biome Brochure Project Details & Requirements
Links that may be good resources:
Biomes
This web site, maintained by the Environmental Literacy Council, contains data and maps of major biomes and pertinent links about those biomes.
North American Biomes
Biomes of the World
Biodiversity
WWF Global
Formally the World Wide Fund for Nature International. A conservation organization with information available on climate change, oceans, forests, sustainability, various species. The site has an expert database and fact sheets on a variety of topics.
The National Marine Mammal Laboratory's Education Web Site
Sponsored by the National Marine Fisheries Service, this site provides a wealth of information about the different kinds of marine mammals, their ecology, behavior, physiology and classification. Information is also available on careers dealing with marine mammals.
The Hubbard Brook Ecosystem Study
Learn about the Hubbard Brook Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) site. The Hubbard Brook LTER site, established in 1955 in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, is part of a system of 24 LTER sites across the country sponsored by the National Science Foundation. This web site provides access to research studies data, and educational resources for teachers and students interested in the ecology of northeastern forests.
Sunday, October 14, 2007
Invasive Species Project
Invasive Species Project
*Please note "Tangle Foot Card" only applies if you are doing a non plant organism- such as ants. If you are doing a plant species you do not need to do a Tangle Foot Card!
Field Study Handout/Procedures: Including Journal Entry Requirements
*Please note "Tangle Foot Card" only applies if you are doing a non plant organism- such as ants. If you are doing a plant species you do not need to do a Tangle Foot Card!
Field Study Handout/Procedures: Including Journal Entry Requirements
Quest on Wednesday, October 17th!
Quest Details:
Structure of Quest:
Be prepared for fill in the blank, multiple choice, short answer questions. There will also be 1 essay question on the quest. (You will be given 2 and you need to pick 1 to answer.)
How To Prepare:
*Review All Notes from Class
*Review Chapter 3 (Living in the Environment)- All sections except SOIL
*Study Specific Content below
Structure of Quest:
Be prepared for fill in the blank, multiple choice, short answer questions. There will also be 1 essay question on the quest. (You will be given 2 and you need to pick 1 to answer.)
How To Prepare:
*Review All Notes from Class
*Review Chapter 3 (Living in the Environment)- All sections except SOIL
*Study Specific Content below
- Define ecology. List and distinguish among five levels of organization of matter that are the focus of the realm of ecology.
- Define abiotic component of an ecosystem. Define biotic component of an ecosystem. Distinguish between producers and consumers. List and distinguish four types of consumers. Distinguish among scavengers, detritus feeders and decomposers. Distinguish between photosynthesizers and chemosynthesizers; aerobic respiration and anaerobic respiration
- Summarize the law of tolerance. Compare limiting factors in terrestrial and aquatic
ecosystems - Distinguish between food chains and food webs.
Apply the second law of energy to food chains and pyramids of energy, which describe
energy flow in ecosystems - Evaluate which ecosystems show the highest average net primary productivity and which
contribute most to global net primary productivity. - What happens to matter in an ecosystem? (Know "take home points" & Effects of Human Activities on the following cycles: The Water Cycle, Carbon Cycle, Nitrogen Cycle, Phosphorus Cycle & Sulfur Cycle)
- Laws of Thermodynamics (1st & 2nd)
- Properties of Water
- Biological magnification
- Invasive Species. What are they? What is 1 method you can use to study/survey these organisms?
- Species interactions (mutualism, commensalism, predation, parasitism, producer, keystone species)
Thursday, October 4, 2007
A block: APes French Broom Removal with MCC
10/4/07: APes A block removes French Broom nearby Mission Pass in the Sleepy Hollow area of Marin County. To learn more about how you can continue this type of stewardship check out Marin Conservation Corp's website!
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Monday, September 17, 2007
Notes for Unit 2
Check out the link below.
This is a great source when you want to review the materials we have covered in this unit: Human Population
APES Unit 2 review
This is a great source when you want to review the materials we have covered in this unit: Human Population
APES Unit 2 review
Syllabus- Unit 2
Friday, 9/14: Introduction to Population (RLF, TFR, BR) & Population problems
Homework: Read Case Studies in Chapter 9 & Begin Chapters 1 & 2 in Biomimicry
Tuesday, 9/18: Review Pop. problems, Case Studies, Pop. growth & Age structure Diagrams. Introduce Nations Reports
Homework: Work on Nations Report. Read Biomimicry. C Block class: Get Permission Slips Signed for Field Trip
Thursday, 9/20: A block class: Pop growth age structure diagrams & Work on Nations Report
C block class: Field trip 12-2:30 Open Space- Bring your LUNCH
Homework: Work on Nations Report. Finish Biomimicry
Monday, 9/24: Power of Pyramids Activity, Demographic Transition, Discuss Biomimicry, Brainstorm in groups about take home essays.
Homework: Finish Nations Report. Work on Take-Home Essays.
Wednesday, 9/26: Nation Reports Presentations!
Homework: Finish Take Home Essays
Friday, 9/28: Submit Take Home Essays, Introduction to Ecology
Homework: NO HOMEWORK WEEKEND!!!!!!
Unit 2 Syllabus
Homework: Read Case Studies in Chapter 9 & Begin Chapters 1 & 2 in Biomimicry
Tuesday, 9/18: Review Pop. problems, Case Studies, Pop. growth & Age structure Diagrams. Introduce Nations Reports
Homework: Work on Nations Report. Read Biomimicry. C Block class: Get Permission Slips Signed for Field Trip
Thursday, 9/20: A block class: Pop growth age structure diagrams & Work on Nations Report
C block class: Field trip 12-2:30 Open Space- Bring your LUNCH
Homework: Work on Nations Report. Finish Biomimicry
Monday, 9/24: Power of Pyramids Activity, Demographic Transition, Discuss Biomimicry, Brainstorm in groups about take home essays.
Homework: Finish Nations Report. Work on Take-Home Essays.
Wednesday, 9/26: Nation Reports Presentations!
Homework: Finish Take Home Essays
Friday, 9/28: Submit Take Home Essays, Introduction to Ecology
Homework: NO HOMEWORK WEEKEND!!!!!!
Unit 2 Syllabus
Field Trip! Marin County Open Space Program (Restoration work)
C block Class: Thursday, September 20th: 12-2:30 pm
A block Class: Thursday, October 4th: 8-9:45 am
Marin County Parks and Open Space District Volunteer Program. School projects typically involve trail maintenance or native habitat restoration or litter clean up or some other outdoor-type work. Please wear clothes that you do not mind getting dirty! To help protect your legs in long grass we ask that you wear long pants and a sturdy pair of shoes or hiking boots. Wear layered clothing so that you are prepared for hot or cold weather. Bring a hat and sunscreen for protection from the sun.
This field trip will relate directly to an Invasive Species Project we do during the Ecology Unit (3rd Unit of the course). During this project you will need to pick an invador (invasive species found in the bay area), locate it, and study its role in the local area.
A block Class: Thursday, October 4th: 8-9:45 am
Marin County Parks and Open Space District Volunteer Program. School projects typically involve trail maintenance or native habitat restoration or litter clean up or some other outdoor-type work. Please wear clothes that you do not mind getting dirty! To help protect your legs in long grass we ask that you wear long pants and a sturdy pair of shoes or hiking boots. Wear layered clothing so that you are prepared for hot or cold weather. Bring a hat and sunscreen for protection from the sun.
This field trip will relate directly to an Invasive Species Project we do during the Ecology Unit (3rd Unit of the course). During this project you will need to pick an invador (invasive species found in the bay area), locate it, and study its role in the local area.
Sunday, September 16, 2007
Composting Week of September 17-21
Greetings APes
Composting this week:
Monday, September 17: Elijah M & T Bliska
Tuesday, September 18: Chase B & Julian J
Wednesday, September 19: Brandon G & Gabe S
Thursday, September 20: Tyler &
Friday, September 21: T & Elijah
Danish composting stats
"A very large – and increasing – amount of Danish garden and park waste is collected and composted. In contrast, it is still less than a tenth of the organic household waste that is recovered as compost or biogas. A study to determine how much of the organic waste was recovered in 2001 shows that a total of 3.7 million tonnes of organic waste from households, institutions and enterprises was processed and returned to the earth as nutrients. In addition, a constant, large amount of food waste from catering kitchens was collected and processed into 20,000 tonnes of animal feed. Moreover, more households than previously believed composted part of their food waste themselves – although to a lesser extent than expected."
reference
Composting this week:
Monday, September 17: Elijah M & T Bliska
Tuesday, September 18: Chase B & Julian J
Wednesday, September 19: Brandon G & Gabe S
Thursday, September 20: Tyler &
Friday, September 21: T & Elijah
Danish composting stats
"A very large – and increasing – amount of Danish garden and park waste is collected and composted. In contrast, it is still less than a tenth of the organic household waste that is recovered as compost or biogas. A study to determine how much of the organic waste was recovered in 2001 shows that a total of 3.7 million tonnes of organic waste from households, institutions and enterprises was processed and returned to the earth as nutrients. In addition, a constant, large amount of food waste from catering kitchens was collected and processed into 20,000 tonnes of animal feed. Moreover, more households than previously believed composted part of their food waste themselves – although to a lesser extent than expected."
reference
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Links of the week!
Ten Countries with the Highest Population in the World
Go Green with Ed Begley (discuss simple , green changes you can make every day)
Elephany Pharmacy
Friday, September 21 @ 7pm
"Cool Clear Water Series"
The nexus of Water, Energy & Climate. "Water is a central issue in California and will increasingly command attention and concern as pollution, privatization and conflicting interests affect the lives of every citizen. There is great need to educate large populations about the current issues involved with fresh water so that they can make informed decisions about issues and candidates. This program features Heather Cooley, senior research associate with the Pacific Institute's Water and Sustainability Program."
NPR KQED Broadcast 9/13 @ 8 pm
Cities of the Future
Today's "Mega-cities" are Overcrowded & Environmentally Stressed
by Divya Abhat, Shauna Dineen, Tamsyn Jones, Jim Motavalli, Rebecca Sanborn, and Kate Slomkowski
Russian Town Offers Reward for Baby-Making
France Offers Monetary Incentive for Reproduction
China Struggles to Maintain One-Child Policy
Chinese Riot over Birth Control Policies
Go Green with Ed Begley (discuss simple , green changes you can make every day)
Elephany Pharmacy
Friday, September 21 @ 7pm
"Cool Clear Water Series"
The nexus of Water, Energy & Climate. "Water is a central issue in California and will increasingly command attention and concern as pollution, privatization and conflicting interests affect the lives of every citizen. There is great need to educate large populations about the current issues involved with fresh water so that they can make informed decisions about issues and candidates. This program features Heather Cooley, senior research associate with the Pacific Institute's Water and Sustainability Program."
NPR KQED Broadcast 9/13 @ 8 pm
Cities of the Future
Today's "Mega-cities" are Overcrowded & Environmentally Stressed
by Divya Abhat, Shauna Dineen, Tamsyn Jones, Jim Motavalli, Rebecca Sanborn, and Kate Slomkowski
Russian Town Offers Reward for Baby-Making
France Offers Monetary Incentive for Reproduction
China Struggles to Maintain One-Child Policy
Chinese Riot over Birth Control Policies
9/14
Greetings APes
In class on Friday you will be introduced to a new unit: Population!
Students from A block class will need to sign up for composting for Monday, September 17 and Wednesday, September 19.
C block students will need to compost on Friday and sign up for composting on Tuesday, September 18!!!!
Homework for Friday's Class:
1) Read all case studies found in Chapter 9 of your Miller
Text book (finish by next class) 2) Begin reading Chapters 1 & 2 of
Biomimicry. (This needs to be done by Next Friday)
3) If you have NOT emailed liz your impressions of Malkolm the birder boy,
please do so by the end of the weekend!
These are the case studies you will be reading in your Miller: Living
in the Environment Book. Please be prepared to talk about them in class
Chapter 9: Every Case Study (see below)
Is the World Overpopulated (pg. 171)
Fertility & Birth Rates in the US (pg. 175)
US Immigration (pg. 177)
Slowing Population Growth in Indian & China (pg. 185)
China (pg. 187)
See you in class on Tuesday, September 18!
In class on Friday you will be introduced to a new unit: Population!
Students from A block class will need to sign up for composting for Monday, September 17 and Wednesday, September 19.
C block students will need to compost on Friday and sign up for composting on Tuesday, September 18!!!!
Homework for Friday's Class:
1) Read all case studies found in Chapter 9 of your Miller
Text book (finish by next class) 2) Begin reading Chapters 1 & 2 of
Biomimicry. (This needs to be done by Next Friday)
3) If you have NOT emailed liz your impressions of Malkolm the birder boy,
please do so by the end of the weekend!
These are the case studies you will be reading in your Miller: Living
in the Environment Book. Please be prepared to talk about them in class
Chapter 9: Every Case Study (see below)
Is the World Overpopulated (pg. 171)
Fertility & Birth Rates in the US (pg. 175)
US Immigration (pg. 177)
Slowing Population Growth in Indian & China (pg. 185)
China (pg. 187)
See you in class on Tuesday, September 18!
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
9/11 homework
Tonight for HW please email me (lgottlieb@ma.org) your impressions/reactions/take away points - regarding the guest speaker (Malkolm). Do not worry about the length of email, I am looking for your overall impressions in an informal (email) format. Thanks. Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Friday, September 7, 2007
Composting!
APes 2007 Composting Champs!
Compost Schedule:
Friday, September 7th: Ryan & Mireya!
Monday, September 10th: Alesandra & Kelly!
Tuesday, September 11th: C Block Class!
Wednesday, September 12th: Loren & Tonio!
Friday, September 14th: C Block Class!
"Food and paper decompose by themselves in nature. They are, however, the two largest components in landfills, accounting for nearly 50% of all municipal solid waste. There is more food and paper in landfills than diapers, styrofoam, and tires — combined. According to the US EPA, food waste is the #1 least recycled material. " http://www.naturemill.com/compostFacts.html
September 7 : APes Updates!
Welcome to our APes Blog!
Class Announcements:
Check out your ecological footprint
Check out Malkolm Boothroyd's video
Check out Malkolm Boothroyd's project and blog
Take Home Essays Due in class September 11 or in my mailbox at school by the end of the day September 12
General Announcements:
September 15 and 16 there is an E-waste drive
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