Students from the Fall 2023 cohort of the Forest and Wildlife Ecology 599 Research Capstone were tasked with addressing two challenges: 1. What is causing the harmful algal blooms? Specifically, where are the nutrients coming in from?2. How can we communicate to the public about the issue and how they can help? To support Eau […]
A group of graduate students from the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison worked collaboratively with representatives of the Eau Claire River Watershed Coalition (ECRWC) to create a conservation action plan for Lake Altoona. The ECRWC created a 9-key element plan in 2015-2017 and meets monthly to update members on the […]
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This report addresses the issue of sediment accumulation in Eau Claire River lake impoundments and assesses the benefits and costs of four different options regarding its removal, along with additional sub-options. The purpose of this planning effort is to provide a reference framework for Eau Claire County to use when estimating the outcomes of each […]
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The project is located East of Lake Altoona in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin. This project consists of stabilizing five miles of river bank along the Eau Claire River. The sites targeted displayed relatively high rates of erosion and regression per year. Construction includes site work which requires erosion control measures, earthwork, and a combination of […]
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The City of Chandler, located in the southeastern Phoenix Metropolitan Area, is a thriving community of innovation seeking to plan a sustainable future for its residents, businesses, and visitors. With an increasing interest in advancing sustainability initiatives, particularly around water use and conservation, the Parks & Recreation Division of the Community Services Department is exploring […]
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Wood County offers a variety of outdoor recreational trails and activities, however, according to the 2022 County Health Rankings for Wood County, 25% of the adult population reported that they did not participate in leisure time physical activity (“Wood, Wisconsin,” n.d.). We will develop evidence-based recommendations for an app that will encourage the utilization of […]
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Our group examined several different counties of Wisconsin and what laws they had in place for Stormwater Management to gain a better understanding of what practices Outagamie County does not have in place. This was conducted by Zoom meetings with local experts in erosion and stormwater management, conversations through email, and accessing other counties’ online […]
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As a sprawling metro region, the City of Phoenix is a desert city with warm temperatures year-round. As an alternative to turf lawns, the City prioritizes the use of xeriscaping as a sustainable alternative to typical residential landscaping. In the interest of conserving water, the City promotes low water-use landscaping, or xeriscaping. After the successful […]
Apache Junction is a thriving community east of the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. With a rich history and variety of natural attractions, the community serves as the gateway to the Superstition Wilderness. The community attracts residents and visitors alike to enjoy close proximity to parks, hiking trails, and camping areas, providing ample outdoor recreation and tourism […]
Website | https://economiaambiental.azc.uam.mx/proyecto_AICEMA.phpFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063927887900 The Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana’s pilot project is focused on the ecological rescue of Laguna La Piedad and its channels to reduce economic impacts, conflicts over water, deterioration in the health of surrounding residents, loss of biodiversity and ecosystem services, and avoiding the loss of family and sports recreation spaces. The […]