Monday, March 31, 2014

3/31/14

Tonight's homework is to complete Assignment 56 and read 23.9 - 23.12 (p. 537-543) in Botkin and Keller. See below for assistance.

Recycling Calculator

Optional Resource - I had mentioned the idea of changing how we think about and design the materials/items that we use. This is inspired by Cradle to Cradle by William McDonough and Michael Braungart. McDonough gives an interesting TED talk here.


Assignment 55 Solid Waste Management Comprehension and Reflection Questions

Answer the following questions to the best of your ability in complete sentences.

1. What conclusions did you draw from investigating the impacts of recycling (or a lack thereof)?

2. Do you recycle? Why or why not?

3. What factors influence how a person is going to manage their waste? What could make it easier to recycle or reuse? Which factors could make it more difficult?

4. How does discussing solid waste management connect to our ideas and definitions of sustainability?

Reading Comprehension Questions – 23.9 – 23.12 (p. 537 – 543)

5. New York State history time! What happened at Love Canal?

6. What exactly is e-waste, and why does it cause problems?

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