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Comparison And Evaluation Of Black Carbon And Elemental Carbon Instrumentation In A Near Roadway Environment, Brandon James Feenstra
Comparison And Evaluation Of Black Carbon And Elemental Carbon Instrumentation In A Near Roadway Environment, Brandon James Feenstra
Theses Digitization Project
This study was conducted at a site adjacent to the I-710 freeway in Long Beach California from March 7 to April 8 of 2012 to evaluate various black carbon and elemental carbon aerosol measurement methods. The measurement of carbonaceous aerosol is a growing field of study because of increasing interest into the climate and health effects of black carbon (BC), and important constituent of atmospheric particular matter (PM). Elemental carbon (EC) and BC are measurements of similar portions of carbon particulate matter, but two measures are operationally defined according to the method used for their detection.
Watershed Sanitary Survey: Oak Glen Watershed, Kathryn Brooke Hallberg
Watershed Sanitary Survey: Oak Glen Watershed, Kathryn Brooke Hallberg
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of the sanitary survey is to protect surface water quality at the source. This project identifies and addresses potential adverse impacts to the Oak Glen watershed, and ensures that Yucaipa Valley Water District complies with all applicable laws and regulations, governed under the California Surface WaterTreatment Rule.
Feasability [Sic] Of Implementing Alternative Energy Technology On A High School Campus, Mackensey Ann Farmer
Feasability [Sic] Of Implementing Alternative Energy Technology On A High School Campus, Mackensey Ann Farmer
Theses Digitization Project
This study examines ways in which wind turbine and solar panel alternative energy technologies can be utilized on high school campuses. Information collected on how wind turbines and solar panels operate, the size, structure, power output, cost, advantages and disadvantages, was used to determine which specific wind and solar systems would best serve campus needs.
Chemical Characterization Of Lake Gregory, Eric Steven Torres
Chemical Characterization Of Lake Gregory, Eric Steven Torres
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study is to characterize the water chemistry of Lake Gregory in Crestline, California. The collection of water samples occurred a short time after the end of the summer recreational season in the late fall. Several chemical parameters were measured in an effort to determine the overall water quality during this time.
A Review Of Emerging Pollutants Of Concern In Drinking Water And Wastewater, Rebekah Corinne Guill
A Review Of Emerging Pollutants Of Concern In Drinking Water And Wastewater, Rebekah Corinne Guill
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project is to identify emerging pollutants of concern in wastewater and drinking water and the challenges associated with their discovery. The most frequently detected contaminants taking the spotlight included pharmacueticals, personal care products, and endocrine disprupting chemicals at ultra trace levels.
An Applied Investigation Of Nafion Membranes In Pem Fuel Cells: Durability Issues, Amanda Rose Rodriguez
An Applied Investigation Of Nafion Membranes In Pem Fuel Cells: Durability Issues, Amanda Rose Rodriguez
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this study was to perform ex-situ tests and observe the degradation behavior of PEM fuel cells in transportation applications. Improving the efficiency of fuel cells could lead to greatly reduced vehicle energy consumption and similarly reduced vehicle emissions.
Bacteria Monitoring And Assessment Project At Canyon Lake, California, Natasha Marie Krupnak
Bacteria Monitoring And Assessment Project At Canyon Lake, California, Natasha Marie Krupnak
Theses Digitization Project
This study was conducted in response to a cooperative request by the Lake Elsinore and Canyon Lake Total Maximum Daily Load Task Force and the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board to characterize and assess the bacterial water quality conditons in Canyon Lake, California which is a fresh water recreational lake.
Estimated Area Of Impervious Parking Surfaces And The Potential Groundwater Recharge Increase Through Permeable Pavement Retrofit In The Chino Basin, Zablon Afera Adane
Estimated Area Of Impervious Parking Surfaces And The Potential Groundwater Recharge Increase Through Permeable Pavement Retrofit In The Chino Basin, Zablon Afera Adane
Theses Digitization Project
California recently declared a state of emergency over drought followiing three years of below average rain and snowfall. There is a consensus among many involved in water supply in California for finding new sources of water, conservation, and increasing recharge to replenish the groundwater with surface water that would have been lost to run off. This study investigates the amount of stormwater that could potentially be reinvested as groundwater recharge by simply transforming selected impermeable parking lots of the commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors into pervious pavement that allow water to infiltrate rather than be lost as urban runoff.
Investigation Of Anthropogenic Greenhouse Gas Emissions Generated Through The Production Of Portland Cement And A Comparison Of Mitigation Strategies, Sheri Marie Haggard
Investigation Of Anthropogenic Greenhouse Gas Emissions Generated Through The Production Of Portland Cement And A Comparison Of Mitigation Strategies, Sheri Marie Haggard
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project investigates the projected anthropogenic C⁰² emissions generated through the production of Portland cement at three manufacturing facilities in southern California. Research consisted of projecting annual greenhouse gas emission inventories for three case studies pursuant to Assembly Bill 32, The Global Warming Solution Act of 2006, which requires mandatory reporting of large producers of greenhouse gas emissions in California.
Meeting Future Challenges Of Water And Energy Demand Using Watershed Management Strategies In The Inland Empire, Abigail Zepeda Gomez
Meeting Future Challenges Of Water And Energy Demand Using Watershed Management Strategies In The Inland Empire, Abigail Zepeda Gomez
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project is to provide a cost analysis and possibliity of utilizing recycled water to the north area of Fontana and if it is even possible. Water shortage and drought conditions have increased the cost for treatment of potable water and imported water universally. This had brought much attention to recycled water far and wide. As the population and potable water demand increases over the next 20 years, the availability of recycled water is also projected to grow.
Nutrient Analysis Of The Estuarine And River Waters Of The Santa Margarita River Estuary, Barbara Elisabeth Long
Nutrient Analysis Of The Estuarine And River Waters Of The Santa Margarita River Estuary, Barbara Elisabeth Long
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project was to analyze nutrient concentrations in the estuarine and river waters of the Santa Margarita River Estuary located on United States Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton in northern San Diego County, north of Oceanside, California.
The Promotion And Prevention Of Ahwahnee Water Principles For Resource Efficient Land Use In The Cities Of Ontario And San Bernardino, Melissa Danielle Miller
The Promotion And Prevention Of Ahwahnee Water Principles For Resource Efficient Land Use In The Cities Of Ontario And San Bernardino, Melissa Danielle Miller
Theses Digitization Project
This project will explore the environmental benefits of sustainable land use practices as defined in the Ahwahnee Water Principles for Resource Efficient Land Use. These principles identify resource efficient land use practices that local communities can implement. City ordinances contain barriers to prevent the implementation of Ahwahnee Water Principles. The city of Ontario's municipal code, New Model Colony General Plan, and several specific area plans as well as San Bernardino's general plan, municipal code, and University Hills Specific Plan were analyzed to identify preventions and promotions of these water principles. It was discovered both cities have high percentages in the …
In Situ Bioremediation Of Perchlorate In Soil And Groundwater, David Christopher Bertolacci
In Situ Bioremediation Of Perchlorate In Soil And Groundwater, David Christopher Bertolacci
Theses Digitization Project
This project conducted a technology assessment for in-situ bioremediation of perchlorate in soil and groundwater and assessed the suitability of electon donor amendments.
Cyanide Analysis In Wastewater, Heather Marie Lutes
Cyanide Analysis In Wastewater, Heather Marie Lutes
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project was to look at and determine the methods that would best prevent the occurrence of false readings durring testing and analysis of cyanide in wastewater. This project was designed to help those wastewater treatment plants in the Santa Ana Watershed who are in the process of developing a uniform method that minimizes or eliminates interferences currently found. Eastern Municipal District, Inland Empire Utilities agency, Orange County Water District, San Bernardino Valley Municipal, Water District, and Western Municipal Water District all are members of the Santa Ana Watershed Project Authority (SAWPA).
A Cost Benefit Analysis For The Denitrification Of Waste Water Utilizing Wetlands Versus Wastewater Treatment Facilities, Jennifer Michelle Bell
A Cost Benefit Analysis For The Denitrification Of Waste Water Utilizing Wetlands Versus Wastewater Treatment Facilities, Jennifer Michelle Bell
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project was to not only identify current regulatory issues, as they pertain to water and denitrification, but also could be used to assist policy makers with identifying other factors to be considered when choosing the appropriate advanced treatment systems for their facilities.
Effects And Response Of Dual Phase Extraction (Dpe) Remediation On The Former Sun City Soco Gas Station, Travis Winter Meier
Effects And Response Of Dual Phase Extraction (Dpe) Remediation On The Former Sun City Soco Gas Station, Travis Winter Meier
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project is to target three zones for both soil and groundwater remediation. It is the intent that by targeting the source areas of the contamination with remedial processes that consequently the continued introduction and dispersal of the hydrocarbon compounds will be prevented. The former Sun City SoCo gas station has large amounts of hydrocarbon compounds present in the soil and upper groundwater aquifer located beneath the site.
Achieving Effective Asset Management For Water And Wastewater Utilities: A Comparison Of Policy Options For A Special District And A Medium City, Cari K Dale
Theses Digitization Project
This project developed a model for effective asset management drawn from successful programs in the United States, Australia, and New Zealand. Asset management practices were examined at the City of Ontario Utilities Department; a medium sized utility, and also at the Rainbow Municipal Water District, a small sized utility. Gaps between the ideal model and the existing practices were investigated.
Free Spirit Children's Nature Center, Sylvia Eugenia Arce
Free Spirit Children's Nature Center, Sylvia Eugenia Arce
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this thesis is to provide a blueprint for the creation of the Free Spirit Children's Nature Center. The center has in mind the preservation of a habitat and will offer naturalist programs that enhance children's understanding and love of nature. The interactive nature of the experiences provided through the programs and activities will offer children a hands-on approach to learning that is developmentally appropriate. The primary role of the nature center is proposed to re-create a sense of connectedness to nature and generate healthy communities.
The Development Of An Environmental Ethics Undergraduate Curriculum For California, James Rowland Roberts
The Development Of An Environmental Ethics Undergraduate Curriculum For California, James Rowland Roberts
Theses Digitization Project
This study included an environmental ethics syllabi research project, an environmental ethics curriculum development survey of all colleges in California, and the subsequent development of tables to compare the results. The curriculum development survey of California colleges includes a listing of all course descriptions of environmental ethics and related courses.
The Lakes And Streams Project: A Curriculum For Elementary And Middle Grades On A Local Environmental Issue, Linda Mae Alice Gregory
The Lakes And Streams Project: A Curriculum For Elementary And Middle Grades On A Local Environmental Issue, Linda Mae Alice Gregory
Theses Digitization Project
This project covers the environmental issues of the proposed Lakes and Streams Project for the City of San Bernardino. The water history of San Bernardino, from the hot springs to the development of the current municipal water system, is also detailed. Two curriculum units teach students how to use environmental issue analysis skills. One focuses on the water history of San Bernardino and is aimed at grades three to five. The other immerses middle grade students directly into the Lakes and Streams issue.
The Value Of Outdoor Education, Heriberto Garcia
The Value Of Outdoor Education, Heriberto Garcia
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project was to explore the benefits of how students who are exposed to outdoor activities can enhance their attention span, learning, and understanding of the content subjects.
The Salton Sea Wetlands: A Guidebook Of Curriculum Based Lessons, Etta Margo Ligman-Mccormick
The Salton Sea Wetlands: A Guidebook Of Curriculum Based Lessons, Etta Margo Ligman-Mccormick
Theses Digitization Project
Using Coachella Valley's Salton Sea ecosystem as a model, several multidisciplinary wetland activities for grades three to six were developed. A resource guide for educators is included.
Pre And Post Field Trip Activities For The Big Morongo Canyon Preserve: An Oasis In The Desert, Kira Elizabeth Richert
Pre And Post Field Trip Activities For The Big Morongo Canyon Preserve: An Oasis In The Desert, Kira Elizabeth Richert
Theses Digitization Project
This teaching unit consists of pre and post field trip activities for the Big Morongo Canyon Preserve in Morongo Valley, California. The lessons provide background information to teachers and provide classroom activities on the desert and wetland environments. The lessons can be easily adapted for kindergarten through sixth grades.
Teaching Water Conservation To Teachers Of Fourth-Sixth Grade Students, Kristine E. Copp
Teaching Water Conservation To Teachers Of Fourth-Sixth Grade Students, Kristine E. Copp
Theses Digitization Project
This project inserviced teachers for grades fourth through sixth on water conservation activities that they could implement with their students. Project Wet (Water Education for Teachers) was used as the basis for the workshops. All selected activities correlated with the California State Content Standards.
Environmental Fairs: An Examination Of The 1999 Inland Empire Environmental Expo, Bruce Vincent Broxson
Environmental Fairs: An Examination Of The 1999 Inland Empire Environmental Expo, Bruce Vincent Broxson
Theses Digitization Project
This project articulates the foundational purpose for environmental fairs and how they encourage an environmentally literate and responsible citizenry.
Integrating Environmental Education Into The Curriculum Through Environmental Community Service Learning, Jay Allen Westover
Integrating Environmental Education Into The Curriculum Through Environmental Community Service Learning, Jay Allen Westover
Theses Digitization Project
The goal of environmental education is to increase individuals' ecological knowledge, awareness of associated environmental problems, and motivation to evaluate and implement solutions. This project combined the concepts of environmental education with community service learning to create a new method of curriculum integration: environmental community service learning. The California state standards for environmental education, service learning, language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies were integrated into four thematic units using the teaching methodologies of cooperative learning, authentic assessment, and reflection. The integrated, thematic units of this project could be used by educators in a multi-disciplinary, team teaching scenario on in …
Working For The Environment: Pathways To Environmental Careers, Carol Aline Devault
Working For The Environment: Pathways To Environmental Careers, Carol Aline Devault
Theses Digitization Project
Fifteen professionals in a variety of environmental occupations in the United States were interviewed in a structured, open-ended format. Job profiles were developed from the interviews. The philosophy of these environmental professionals is expressed in their own words and offers insights into influences upon career choice, professional training and personal fulfillment. In addition, environmental related career activity guides were developed to help students and their parents and teachers gain an awareness of the occupations available in this field.
The Obispeno Chumash Indians: San Luis Obispo County's First Environmentalists, Sharon L. Marks
The Obispeno Chumash Indians: San Luis Obispo County's First Environmentalists, Sharon L. Marks
Theses Digitization Project
The primary focus of this project is with the interaction between nature and people. How did the Obispeno Chumash affect their surroundings and what was the outcome? Did changes occur in the environment when other people took over the care of the land? Over the last 250 years, the Obispeno Chumash land has evolved from an ecologically green dominion under their stewardship to the present day where the area is noted for its mission, recreational value, wealth of opportunity, and a nuclear power plant located between Morro Bay and Point Buchon along the ocean.
The X-33 And The X-38 Experimental Aircraft: Environmental Connections With Aerospace Science, Elandriel Jean Martin
The X-33 And The X-38 Experimental Aircraft: Environmental Connections With Aerospace Science, Elandriel Jean Martin
Theses Digitization Project
The purpose of this project fosters in students a sense of place and connection with their home area. It also provides students a real-world basis upon which to study the concepts of weather and geography.
An Environmental Education Field Guide For Mystic Lake Wetland Habitats, Linda Jean Ellingston
An Environmental Education Field Guide For Mystic Lake Wetland Habitats, Linda Jean Ellingston
Theses Digitization Project
This curriculum guide is for grades four through six. It examines how wetlands, wildlife, and people interact and depend upon each other. The San Jacinto Valley wetland area is used as an example of wetland habitat destruction from population pressures that have changed the natural landscape. It is also used as an example of what habitat reconstruction can do to restore vital habitats. Through student contact with the wetlands increased awareness of the fragile interrelationships between the physical and biological components of a wetland habitat is gained. Students can use ecological themes to help them assimilate collected and given data …