Solutions to Problems in Our Watersheds by Jennifer Hegner https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo 7th Hour Science en-us 2021-01-20 18:11:09 UTC 2021-01-29 23:23:59 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f6b0.png Don't pour toxic household chemicals down your drain take them to a hazardous waste center. vivianpopp https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128621711 2021-01-26 19:26:07 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128621711 Conserve water every day. Take shorter showers, fix leaks & turn off the water when not in use.Don’t pour toxic household chemicals down the drain; take them to a hazardous waste center.Use hardy plants that require little or no watering, fertilizers or pesticides in your yard.Do not over apply fertilizers. Consider using organic or slow release fertilizers instead.Recycle yard waste in a compost pile & use a mulching mower.Use surfaces like wood, brick or gravel for decks & walkways, which allows rain to soak in and not run off.Never pour used oil or antifreeze into the storm drain or the street.Pick up after your dog, and dispose of the waste in the toilet or the trash.Drive less—walk or bike; many pollutants in our waters come from car exhaust and car leaks. christianlimon https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128622339 2021-01-26 19:26:14 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128622339 For the problem of finding contaminants in the water, people are testing the water. They are filtering the chemicals and making sure it is saved to drink. We can use fewer hazardous things and use more natural and environmentally safe supplies. jadecowdery https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128622428 2021-01-26 19:26:15 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128622428 we could stop littering so that some animals don't go extinct. isabelladowning https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128625531 this was almost the last turtle of its kind and could be if we don't stop littering.]]> 2021-01-26 19:26:50 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128625531 prevention of oil spills breannekulpa https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128631424 Oil spills are mainly caused by boats that don't meet the following requirements before going out on the water such as loose bolts on the boats engine, cracked or worn hydrophilic lines etc. ]]> 2021-01-26 19:27:55 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128631424 Wash cars on the grass to catch runoff. vivianpopp https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128638049 2021-01-26 19:29:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128638049 Don't over fertilize your plants. vivianpopp https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128653479 2021-01-26 19:32:19 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128653479 Recycle and Dispose of Household Chemicals Properly https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128737044 2021-01-26 19:48:40 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128737044 ELL SCOrE by robert.osborn https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128737550   * Low Impact Development]]> 2021-01-26 19:48:46 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128737550 Recycle and Dispose of Household Chemicals Properly and put them were they belong https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128738174 -abby-]]> 2021-01-26 19:48:53 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128738174 don't over fertilize because then runoff will take it to the ocean https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128738590 chase]]> 2021-01-26 19:48:59 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128738590 pick up trash from ground and dont litter https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128739316 keanu]]> 2021-01-26 19:49:08 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128739316 Ways to stop pollution susannaehle https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128739972 2021-01-26 19:49:16 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128739972 https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128744172 2021-01-26 19:50:12 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128744172 Stopping pollution from factories. gavinkummer https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128748368 Factories are causing lots of pollution. They spit out chemicals and other ecces liquids.]]> 2021-01-26 19:51:06 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128748368 Garden SmartlyCreating green spaces on your property is a great way to accommodate local wildlife, but if created incorrectly they can also pose a risk to your local water supply. Fortunately, this is easy to prevent. To begin gardening smartly, you should opt for using native plants, which do not require as much water or fertilizer as non-native plants. When fertilizer is necessary to maintain your garden, avoid using pesticides or chemical fertilizers, as they can contaminate local ground and surface water supplies. Instead, consider alternative strategies such as amending the soil with nutrient-rich compost. Additionally, consider using a layer of mulch around your plants so that they retain moisture for a longer period of time.Be MindfulBe mindful of unique ways that your corporation can conserve water as part of its daily operations. For example, hotels have made an effort to conserve water by offering guests the option to reuse their towels to avoid washing them daily. Similarly, some restaurants have begun asking customers if they would like water rather than automatically providing it.Reduce Impermeable PavementImpermeable pavement can be very problematic for local watersheds, particularly in areas with large amounts of pavement. As an impermeable surface, it forces rain water and melting snow to run-off across its surface and down storm drains, rather than being naturally absorbed into the ground. When runoff occurs, ground water supplies fail to be replenished, the risk of flooding increases, and the soil is unable to act as a natural filter for pollutants found in precipitation . Therefore, when constructing pathways on your property use alternatives to pavement whenever possible. When paving an area is necessary use porous pavement to mitigate the negative consequences of asphalt.Modernize PlumbingEach year, trillions of gallons of water are lost to leaky pipes. To prevent this costly waste of water, invest in updating your plumbing systems. In addition to patching leaks, consider modernizing appliances by upgrading to those that use less water. For example, you can save high volumes of water each year by replacing toilets installed before 1992 with new low-flow models. Also, think about switching to drip irrigation to water your gardens. Drip irrigation reduces water usage by applying water directly to the root zone of plants, eliminating runoff and evaporation that occur with traditional sprinkler systems.Enhance Riparian HabitatIf your property is located on a river, stream, or lake, consider constructing riparian zones. Riparian zones are a natural vegetated buffer between land and a body of water. They protect the water source they border by reducing erosion, providing flood control, and filtering sediment and pollutants from stormwater before it enters the water body. Additionally, riparian zones provide valuable habitat for wildlife.Teach!Make an effort to teach your employees and community members how they can conserve water at home. Doing so will help make water conservation a community effort. In addition to many of the water-saving tips above, some ways that water can be saved at home include reducing shower times or using low-flow shower heads, using grey water when possible such as when watering plants, and only running the laundry machine and dishwasher when full. christianlimon https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128750592 2021-01-26 19:51:34 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128750592 Garden Smartly, Be Mindful, Reduce Impermeable Pavement, Modernize Plumbing, Enhance Riparian Habitat, Teach! christianlimon https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128752815 2021-01-26 19:52:01 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128752815 Minimize the use of pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers. danikadvorachek https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128758046 2021-01-26 19:53:08 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128758046 Ways to stop pollution susannaehle https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128765374 2021-01-26 19:54:40 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128765374 Air pollution https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128998068 Air pollution is a major change in the composition of the air, mainly due to smoke, dust, vapors or foreign gases introduced into the air, odor emission, loss of foresight, and climate change. , causing disease in humans and also harming other organisms such as animals and food crops, it can damage the environment.]]> 2021-01-26 20:51:59 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1128998068 Factory Pollution breannastruck https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1129319619 Factory pollution is a bad thing because it sets off bad chemicals into the air that we breath everyday.

]]> 2021-01-26 23:01:09 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1129319619 chemical pollution https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1142761367 2021-01-29 23:21:28 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1142761367 chemical pollution mackenzistokes https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1142762991 we can use less chemicals and less harmful chemicals]]> 2021-01-29 23:23:07 UTC https://padlet.com/jennifer_hegner/nnyncl8978sfwblo/wish/1142762991