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The urban v alleys of Northern Utah are among the most polluted in the country. (1). Much of this is due to our geography…. Inversion + “bowl-like” mountains = concentrated pollution. …so what can we do?. (2).
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The urban valleys of Northern Utah are among the most polluted in the country. (1)
Much of this is due to our geography… Inversion + “bowl-like” mountains = concentrated pollution …so what can we do? (2)
“We believe that an informed citizenry will act for life and not for death.” - Albert Einstein • The People of Utah need to understand: • Geographical factors that create our unique problem • Health effects • Environmental Impact • Steps we can take to improve these conditions Potential Resources: Artists For Local Agriculture Breathe Utah Citizens Climate Lobby – Utah Communities for Clean Air Enviro Hub MESA's Utah Clean Air Initiative Salt Lake City Green Sunlight Solar Systems Salt Lake City Cycle Cabs (3)
What’s in it for YOU?(…besides better air to breathe…) • participate in real, valuable research in your own backyard. • participate in research that is increasingly important and in demand, due to its relation to climate change • network and collaborate with local service organizations. • learn valuable information about maintaining your health. • add this project to your professional portfolio. The Opportunity To: (4)
References • Retrieved March 28, 2014, from :http://westmuse.files.wordpress.com/2013/06/slcvalley.jpg • Retrieved March 28, 2014, from: http://universe.byu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Air-Quality-Utah_Bing.jpg • Retrieved March 28, 2014, from: http://mediad.publicbroadcasting.net/p/kuer/files/201312/logan_webcam.jpg • Retrieved March 28, 2014, from: http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/politics/55818525-90/pollution-utah-herbert-capitol.html.csp