The Environmental and Human Health Threat of the Hudson River Post-Dredging
Was GE’s dredging of PCBs from the Hudson River a success? Through using data on fish biodiversity (as well as other research), we tried to determine the answer to this.
Category: Spiro Alexandratos/Caroline Loomis
Gasoline & Greenery
“The distance equals 2*R*arcsin(sqrt((sin (ΔLatitude/2))2+((cos(Lat1)cos(Lat2)(sin (ΔLongitude/2))2))), where R is the radius of the Earth. Using this formula, the distance between each weed and its closest gas station were found.
How Can We Ensure Safe Drinking Water?
NYC drinking water is not as safe as it is often advertised. Look here to learn more about why and what we can do about it!
Flaws in NYC’s Recycling System: A Study of Underprivileged Neighborhoods
Our project studies the issue of inequity when it comes to recycling in New York City and how it contributes to the overall low recycling rate of the city.
What is an average New York household’s impact on waste?
NYC is falling behind other major cities such as Seattle and San Francisco in terms of waste diversion. Each individual has the ability to properly dispose of materials to limit their impact on landfills and move towards a zero waste lifestyle. Greater regulation and education is necessary for New York to become a zero waste city.
A Deep Dive into Residential Food Waste in NYC
Have you ever thought about where the food in your garbage can ends up? Reading our poster will make you think twice before discarding the leftovers on your plate!
