Reducing Runoff Loss to Water Sources
A look into a few ways that runoff from agriculture affects surrounding water sources.
USFSM, A Greener School
After a day of observing the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee's environmental innitiatives, I detail the positive steps the school takes, and I explain other ways the school can continue to imrprove.
Human Impact on Water Resources
A summary of some ways that humans use water in their everyday lives, and how these actions affect the water they use in the environment.
Manatee County does Water Conservation
An overview of some of the steps Manatee County has taken to conserve water, including reclaiming water and regulating irrigation methods.
Water Policy Making
A look into what steps need to be taken to advance water policy, while remaining inclusive and creating policies that appeal to the general public.
The Cost of Water Infrastructure
Details on how cities and states handle the cost of their water infrastructure including pipes and water treatment plants.
Aquaculture
An investigation into the pros and cons of the rising agricultural industry of aquaculture.
Universities Saving Water
A brief Investigation into what many Universities around the U.S. are doing to conserve water
Pre-Investigations are a first look into a topic I have found interesting. They are an overview of what I want to research during that week to gain a better understanding of a certain area of Environmental Science. Since Pre-Investigations serve as a basis for understanding, they are an important addition to my Learning Portfolio to compare my initial goals of my research to the end result.
Pre-Investigations
Mansions Absorbing California's Water
Information on some of California's innititives to reduce drough in the region and the effects of wealthy masions using excessive water.
Rainwater
A brief overview of a successful rainwater reclaiming system that was recently created in California.