Succession

You are currently studying the change in ecosystems, succession. Examples of succession are all around us; fields turning to wood areas, ponds filling in, forest fires and even volcanic eruptions. A global issue is desertification. Check the resources and let me know what you think, is desertification a natural part of succession or is it simply a result of depleting resources and misuse of our lands?

http://pubs.usgs.gov/gip/deserts/desertification/
http://www.greenfacts.org/en/desertification/
http://www.unccd.int/

Sustainable Development

We have been discussing sustainable developments in class, the balancing of human needs with their impact on our environment. I have provided you with a source below, check it out. After you have investigated the website pick one of two options:
1. Choose one of the many issues presented and let us know if you think we could implement sustainable practices to remedy the problem.
2. Choose one of the "remedies" and let us know if it has had any actual impact on the environment issues it intended to solve.

http://www.globalissues.org/article/408/sustainable-development-introduction

Environmental Science, it's everywhere.

Throughout the summer all of you have had wonderful experiences; gone on vacation, been to the movies, or hung-out with friends. Try to relate one experience you had over the summer to the study of Environmental Science.

Welcome Back!

I hope you have had a great summer and are ready to begin a new school year. You have enrolled in Environmental Science, I would like you to share why you chose this course and what you hope to gain from your experience throughout this year.