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Introduction
Almost all Puget Sound nearshore areas have significantly changed from their historical structures since European settlement in the region, and the vast majority of changes to Puget Sound shorelines have been caused by humans1. Continue reading
Introduction
Stormwater runoff has caused significant water quality and availability issues in North America. Continue reading
Introduction
With more people moving from farms and rural areas to urban environments, urban growth is affecting streams and watersheds more than ever. Continue reading
Introduction
In 1990 the Washington State Legislature passed a series of statutes that, together, constitute the Growth Management Act (GMA). Continue reading
Urbanization is likely to increase as population continues to grow rapidly in Puget Sound
Moss can accumulate airborne contaminants providing insights into air quality.
A great blue heron (Ardea herodias) keeps watch as a harbor seal (Phoca vitulina) hunts forage fish in shallow water.
Policy is an important way to help create urban eco-friendly change in Washington. We’re going to look at housing policies and explore how changes in these policies could impact future sustainability and living options. Specifically, in what ways could the legalization of inexpensive, smaller living options influence economic and environmental sustainability in the Pacific Northwest? Continue reading
Community gardens were established to help communities maintain a sustainable food system through neighborhood collaboration and partnership and encourages healthier eating habits. During the 1970’s, community gardens were founded due to rising food prices and the concern about the food industry Continue reading
WAKING THE “SLEEPING GIANT”: An introduction to road ecology and habitat fragmentation in Washington State
BY: Brian C. Stewart
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Road ecology: “explores and addresses the relationship between the natural environment and the road system” (Forman et al., 2003, p.7). |
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