Check out this swale located near 122nd and St Nicholas. Remember Green Infrastructure is all about slowing the flow of stormwater in order to prevent CSOs
The official blogspot of the Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School's environmental science class
Essential Questions
- Is my water safe?
- Where does my water come from and where does it go when I’m finished with it?
- How do my actions impact the water of my community, family, and city?
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Monday, December 12, 2011
Dr. Kate Ascher visits WHEELS
Dr. Kate Ascher author of "The Works: Anatomy of a City" and Columbia University professor will be visiting our class on Monday, December 19th.
Post at least one question you have about NYCs sewer system, wastewater treatment plants, or water delivery system in preparation for her visit.
If interested you can also post an additional question about our subways, bridges, tunnels, streets, or waste removal system
Post at least one question you have about NYCs sewer system, wastewater treatment plants, or water delivery system in preparation for her visit.
If interested you can also post an additional question about our subways, bridges, tunnels, streets, or waste removal system
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Week 9 (optional) post due Sunday 11/13
Post a response about the BioBus experience or Ian Urbina's visit
Monday, November 7, 2011
BioBus visits WHEELS
Dr. Ben and Sarah brought their mobile science lab with microscopes and Dapnia for a visit. You can visit the bus's website, like it on Facebook, or follow it on Twitter @BioBus.
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