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| 2045 - Environmental Sustainability & Responsibility | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2045.1) | 39 |
Number of individuals reporting improved knowledge regarding environmental sustainability and responsibility (such as what “green” means; how daily choices impact environment; 3 R’s of waste management; proper disposal of hazardous waste; the importance of conserving water; indoor and outdoor water conservation practices; emergency water conservation practices) |
| 2045.2) | 39 |
Number of individuals reporting intent to implement one or more new or additional strategies to promote environmental sustainability |
| 2045.3) | 39 |
Number of individuals who implemented one or more new or additional water conservation practices (in the home, in landscape or garden) |
| 2045.4) | 39 |
Number of individuals who implemented one or more new or additional strategies to promote environmental sustainability (such as reduce waste, eat responsibly, act locally, reduce consumption, recycle, reuse, and properly dispose of hazardous waste) |
| 2045.5) | 39 |
Number of individuals reporting an increase in recycled or reused household waste |
Author: Katherine Jury
Major Program: Environmental Sustainability & Responsibility
There are many reasons that an individual may choose to feed birds. Feeding birds can be a fascinating educational activity for all ages. By changing feeder styles and food types individuals can learn more about the local avifauna and how birds change season by season. For many older adults, these “outdoor pets” can be very enjoyable, without the extra costs of extensive veterinary care, housing and training that more traditional pets will require. Also, while feedi
