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Zero Waste: How One Community Is Leading a World Recycling Revolution
Zero Waste: How One Community Is Leading a World Recycling Revolution
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Composting Techniques : For Home, The Allotment or a Community Garden
It is widely accepted that composting benefits both the environment and the garden, as a means of reducing waste while contributing to a healthy soil.This practical guide offers a host of composting techniques for the home, allotment and community gardener, as well as indoor and balcony composting for those without access to a garden.It explains the processes behind aerobic composting and anaerobic fermentation, and the conditions necessary to compost effectively without mess or smell.
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Upcycling and Recycling
It doesn't take a superhero to save the world, it takes everyone doing their bit.Join the Small Steps Revolution and make a real change.Our revolutionaries are waiting to share the small steps you can do to be part of the solution.VIVA LA SMALL STEPS REVOLUTION!
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Can one distinguish recycling from downcycling and upcycling?
Yes, one can distinguish recycling from downcycling and upcycling. Recycling involves processing used materials into new products of the same or similar quality, while downcycling involves converting materials into products of lower quality. Upcycling, on the other hand, involves creating new products of higher quality or value from used materials. Each of these processes has different environmental and economic impacts, with upcycling generally being the most sustainable option.
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Can one distinguish between recycling, downcycling, and upcycling?
Yes, one can distinguish between recycling, downcycling, and upcycling. Recycling involves breaking down materials to create new products of equal or lesser quality. Downcycling refers to the process of turning materials into products of lower quality. Upcycling, on the other hand, involves transforming waste materials into products of higher value or quality. Each process plays a different role in the circular economy and sustainability efforts.
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Does waste reduction go beyond waste recycling?
Yes, waste reduction goes beyond waste recycling. While recycling is an important part of waste management, waste reduction focuses on minimizing the amount of waste produced in the first place. This can be achieved through practices such as reducing packaging, reusing items, and implementing more sustainable production processes. By focusing on waste reduction, we can decrease the overall environmental impact of waste and move towards a more circular and sustainable economy.
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What is waste separation and recycling?
Waste separation is the process of sorting different types of waste materials into separate categories such as paper, plastic, glass, and organic waste. Recycling involves taking these separated materials and processing them to create new products, reducing the amount of waste that ends up in landfills. By separating waste and recycling, we can help conserve natural resources, reduce pollution, and minimize the impact of waste on the environment.
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Community Schools : Designing for sustainability, wellbeing and inclusion
Schools have the potential to empower communities by connecting people better with the places they live.But how can these benefits be baked into a design brief?As complex institutions, schools not only provide education and pastoral care for children, as they grow and develop, but also act as workplaces for staff and civic assets or hubs for the wider community.Yet they're not often perceived to be critical infrastructure. Community Schools reconsiders what is required from physical school environments, building on the learning gathered from the sector over the past two decades.To meet the new social, environmental and economic challenges it advocates designing differently, both in terms of the form that buildings take and the evaluation of their impact and performance. By calling for a reframing of the way that schools are regarded as community-wide amenities, this book explores the potential for architects to deliver design in a manner that supports healthy lifestyles and promotes wellbeing.Through encouraging social connections, new possibilities open up for educational facilities to become open, welcoming and inclusive. Featuring:Over 12 international case studies from practices including: Architype, Argyll + Bute, Bogle Architects, DRMM, Revaerk, Scott Brownrigg and XDGA Key themes of wellbeing, connectivity, inclusion, indicators and evaluationPractical guidance and learning points throughoutA new design brief for community schools
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Everyday Life-Environmentalism : Community Sustainability and Resilience in Asia
This book provides one of the first systematic introductions to the Japanese concept of life-environmentalism, Seikatsu-Kankyo Shugi.This concept emerged in the 1980s as a shared research framework among Japanese social scientists studying the adverse consequences of postwar industrialization on everyday life in communities. Life-environmentalism offers a lens through which the agency of small communities in sustaining their everyday life and living environment can be understood.The book provides an overview of this approach, including intellectual backgrounds and foundational concepts, along with a variety of empirical case studies that examine environmental and sustainability issues in Japan and other parts of Asia.It also includes critical reflections on the approach in light of contemporary sustainability challenges.The empirical topics covered in the book include local community responses to development projects, resource governance, disaster response and recovery, and historical environmental preservation.The chapters are contributed by researchers working at the forefront of the field.It provides only a glimpse into the vast literature that awaits further exploration and engagement in the future. The book is suitable for upper undergraduate students, graduate students, and researchers interested in environmental problems, sustainability and resilience, disaster mitigation and response, and regional development in Asian contexts, particularly Japan.It is well-suited for courses in anthropology, geography, sociology, urban and regional planning, political science, Asian studies, and environmental studies.
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Ending Plastic Waste : Community Actions Around the World
Many informal organisations around the world are making a positive impact on the environment and their communities by turning waste into a resource, increasing the social capacity of their community and reducing the amount of pollution in their environment.Ending Plastic Waste: Community Actions Around the World presents a collection of stories, advice and information from experts in the fields of waste management, plastic pollution and environmental finance to give a broad outlook on how 19 programs from 14 different countries are protecting our planet.By sharing these journeys, the authors hope to encourage others to take a community approach to ending plastic waste.Perfect for decision-makers working in environmental and marine fields, industry stakeholders, and citizen scientist groups, this book provides guidance on how to successfully implement a new program, what resources are needed and the lessons learned by the people behind these programs in overcoming barriers.
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Community Worker (Community Worker CL)
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How can the removed dog waste be disposed of in the community garden?
The removed dog waste can be disposed of in the community garden by using a designated dog waste compost bin. This bin should be placed in a discreet location away from food crops and water sources. The waste can be added to the bin along with other compostable materials, and the compost can later be used as a nutrient-rich soil amendment for non-edible plants in the garden. It is important to regularly turn the compost and ensure it reaches a high enough temperature to break down the waste effectively.
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Is the LGBTQ community only one level below the furry community?
It is not accurate to categorize the LGBTQ community as being one level below the furry community. The LGBTQ community represents individuals with diverse sexual orientations and gender identities, advocating for equality and acceptance. On the other hand, the furry community consists of individuals who are interested in anthropomorphic animal characters and often participate in activities like creating artwork or dressing up in costumes. Both communities are distinct and should not be compared in terms of hierarchy.
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What are community games?
Community games are games that are organized and played within a specific community or group of people. These games are often informal, inclusive, and focused on bringing people together for fun and social interaction. Community games can range from traditional sports like soccer or basketball to more creative and unique activities like scavenger hunts or talent shows. The main goal of community games is to promote teamwork, communication, and a sense of belonging among participants.
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What is the difference between a household community and a community of need?
A household community refers to a group of people who live together in a shared physical space, such as a family or a group of roommates. On the other hand, a community of need is a group of individuals who come together based on a common need or challenge they are facing, such as a support group for individuals dealing with addiction or a community organization providing assistance to those experiencing homelessness. While a household community is based on shared living arrangements, a community of need is based on shared experiences or circumstances that require support and assistance from others.
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