Assignment 8: Outline for Group Project

Hello. We are HubCityGoGreen and we are here today to tell you about three simple ways that you can be more environmentally friendly in the area of Hattiesburg, Ms. We have a few reasons for wanting to spread the word on this issue. They are:

1. Recent oil spill has caused devastating effects to the Gulf coast, which is very close to our community.

2. Prevent further environmental damage to our area.

3. There are many places in Hattiesburg to recycle but many people do not know the locations and thus are less likely to recycle.

Our purpose is to inform you as residents on the ways you can get started “going green”. We also want to provide you with a specific list of places in the community that will take your recycling which will allow for less confusion.

The three simple things you can start doing are:

1. Recycle

2. Start a compost pile

3. Conserve energy

First, we will look at these three areas in greater detail.

Recycle

A. So easy anyone can do it

B. Reduce landfill space

C. Takes less energy to use recycled items than to make items from scratch

D. Decreases litter and other waste that get into the Gulf

Compost

A. Can significantly cut down methane gas production from landfills

B. Provides you with a rich organic substance that is great for use in gardens, houseplants, etc.

C. Nature’s way of recycling

D. Free organic fertilizer

Energy Conservation

A. Reduce greenhouse gas emissions by using less fuel when making electricity

B. Reduce the occurrences of environmental problems like acid rain, smog, etc.

Now, we will explain how you can get started implementing recycling, composting, and conserving energy in your home.

Recycling

A. Instead of throwing items away, check to see if they are recyclable.

B. If they are recyclable, place the items in a bin.

C. When the bin is full separate the items into categories such as glass, plastic, paper, and aluminum.

D. Take to recycling center

Composting

A. Simple as forming a pile in the back of your yard or as extravagant as buying a tumbler

B. Form a carbon to nitrogen ratio of 30 to 1. That is, 30 parts carbon to 1 part nitrogen.

C. Every week or so, turn the pile to get oxygen throughout the material

D. You should get a dark, rich compost within the year. Sooner if you turn it more.

Conserving Energy

A. Turn lights off when not using them

B. Turn water off when brushing teeth

C. Use a bike, carpool, or walk to school, work, or store

D. Buy Energy Star appliances

In review, we have discussed three simple but important ways that you can begin using in your homes to be more environmentally friendly. They are recycling, composting, and conserving energy. You can start doing these things by simply looking at an item that you’re about to throw away to see if it has a recycling logo or making sure all lights are off before you leave your house.

If you would like more information on these subjects or if you would like to see the list of recycling centers in the Hattiesburg area we invite you to visit our website.

www.wix.com/brittneyluna/hubcitygogreen