What is Enviornmentalism?
Environmentalism is the study of the effects humans have on the environment and the advocacy for environmental rights and sustainability.
The Dangers of Inaction
Long-term Health Problems
Long-term Health Problems
Long-term Health Problems
Air pollution as well as soil and water pollution can lead to respiratory diseases, cancers, heart disease, etc.
Species Extinction
Long-term Health Problems
Long-term Health Problems
Over 1/3 of the Earth's species are predicted to be extinct by 2050 if greenhouse gas emissions are not decreased.
Contamination
Long-term Health Problems
Contamination
The usage of chemical pesticides infiltrates animal and human water sources and an contaminate the water we drink.
Composting
Composting is a process that turns natural waste into a natural fertilizer for plants. As organic matter decomposing, it releases the proper nutrients that plants need to grow.
How to Compost
STEP 1
STEP 1
STEP 1
Collect all of your natural waste
STEP 2
STEP 1
STEP 1
Bring it to your composter
STEP 3
STEP 1
STEP 3
Slide the door open
STEP 4
STEP 4
STEP 3
Put the waste in
STEP 5
STEP 4
STEP 5
And spin!!
When organic material is left in the composters, it begins to break down. Only the nutrients is left behind creating a soil like material that can be used to fertilize plants without harmful chemicals.
To create a campus composting system at my school, I installed two compost boxes, maintained the garden, and educated students on how to compost. Within weeks, our school Gard was yielding healthy fruits, veggies, flowers, and herbs.