According to the University of Delaware, the Chesapeake Bay is becoming acidic as it has gone to 7.4 pH from an average of 8.2. The oxidation of ammonia and hydrogen sulfide may be the factor that is leading to the higher acidity levels in coastal oceans, but it can eventually lead to more of open oceans. Naturally the waters of the Chesapeake Bay have a regulatory system that holds back the increase of acidity levels in the area, and this works as the dissolving of living shells, non-living aragonite, and calcite minerals. Though nature has a path to keep the waters in the Chesapeake Bay, humans should take more care of our Earth as we have a role in polluting the water and rising the acidity levels in coastal oceans. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/08/170828093737.htm
So as I'm reading this article I am saying wow to myself. It is so inspiring to be seeing something done with things that are hurting our environment. Not only is he getting the crap out of our streets, but he is raising awareness and funds for the better of the environment. This was extremely interesting because it almost makes the reading think "oh, well if he's doing that, what can I do?"
ReplyDeleteI agree with you Jenna! After reading the article I also asked myself "What could I be doing?" This inspires me (and I'm sure many others) to go out and better my community/ environment by getting involved in creative ways.
DeleteSzaky's idea for reducing waste from packaging seems like a great idea. I have seen some products mentioned, like the backpacks made out of old packaging, in stores. However, I think utilizing packaging such as the stainless steel shampoo containers Szaky mentioned is an even better way to reduce waste. This article definitely takes a creative spin on reducing waste and helping the environment.
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