Earth and Environmental Sciences: Recent submissions
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AutoSaving: Increasing safety and efficiency of autoclaves and water distillation units at Dalhousie
(2012-04)This report explores efficiency and usage patterns of autoclaves and water distillation units on campus. Preliminary research into water distillation is provided, offering insight into users’ perspectives on efficiency ... -
Studley Campus Walkability Assessment
(2010-04)The Greening the Campus Movement at Dalhousie University aims to improve sustainability and increase environmental awareness and action on the university‟s campuses. Since walking is the major mode of transportation on ... -
Waves of change: An analysis of the systematic and behavioural problems regarding dripping faucets on Dalhousie University’s Sexton campus
(2013-04)Fresh water is becoming more and more scarce throughout the world. Though Canada is blessed with an abundance of it, more efforts for water conservation are necessary and universities have the opportunity to lead the ... -
Evaluating the Sustainability of Dalhousie University's Seafood Purchasing Practices
(2010-04)Unsustainable fishing is a serious concern worldwide. One would expect universities, especially those with environmental programs, to set a good example by using sustainable seafood in residence cafeterias. In this project ... -
Water Conservation on Dalhousie’s Studley Campus: An Audit of Dripping Faucets and Assessment of Attitudes Towards Water Waste
(2013-04)This research project is made up of two components; the water audit component in which the volume of water wasted from dripping taps was assessed and the survey component in which the level of awareness and concern of ... -
Washing Away Waste
(2013-04)Waste reduction strategies are an intricate part of the sustainable practices currently being initiated at Dalhousie University. The on-campus residence laundry facilities therefore offers a possible opportunity for further ... -
What are the options for increasing biodiversity on campus through increasing native plant species' populations?
(2010-04)The year 2010 is the International Year for Biodiversity. Biodiversity or lack thereof is a pressing environmental issue as the strength and resilience of ecosystems rely strongly on their diversity of species and populations. ... -
Studley Campus Walkability Assessment
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Deciphering Students’Conceptualizations of Campus Sustainability between years of study on Dalhousie’s Studley Campus using the Photovoice Method
(2013-04)Education has been recognized as having a significant influence on environmental consciousness and individual behaviour. However, experts emphasize that traditional education is not enough to transform behaviour. Rather, ... -
Identifying the Desirability & Feasibility of a Passenger Ferry Across the Northwest Arm
(2013-04)Dalhousie University’s population is growing and with this growth comes increased demand for sustainable transportation options. Although, the Dalhousie Green Guide provides sustainable transportation alternatives for ... -
Energy Star in Residences: A Comparison of Energy Star vs. non-Energy Star appliances in three Dalhousie University Student Residences
(2013-04)The purpose of this report is to provide Dalhousie University with information about the number of Energy Star appliances within the common rooms of three residences, Howe Hall, Risley Hall, and Shirreff Hall and how the ... -
Dalhousie’s Eco-Olympics: Gaining an Understanding to Participation
(2013-04)The following report highlights research completed on the influences behind student participation in Dalhousie’s Eco-Olympics. The research group conducted both intercept as well as captive style questionnaires in order ... -
Perceived Barriers Impacting Participation of Dalhousie University Residents in Waste Diversion Programs
(2013-04)The purpose of this study is to identify the perceived barriers affecting participation in the waste diversion program, Dump and Run, and to provide recommendations on how to increase resident input. The study characterizes ... -
Climate Change Survey for the Agricultural Campus in Bible Hill, NS
(2013-04)This report provides an analysis of climate change issues at the Dalhousie Agricultural Campus in Bible Hill, Nova Scotia. The aim of this study was to identify problems on the campus related to climate change in order ... -
Art in the Staircase: A Step Toward Sustainability
(2013-04)The purpose of this study is to identify what type of art can be placed in staircases to increase stair use in the Tupper Building at Dalhousie University. This study has taken data collected from Tupper Building users to ...