ENVRES 538 AP Environmental Science Sem 2 4.1.1 Project Report -Apex Learning

ENVRES 538 AP Environmental Science Sem 2 4.1.1 Project Report -Apex Learning Part I: Background Check (10 points) 1. Read all the instructions for the project, including the questions you will answer after your obser ...

ENVRES 538 AP Environmental Science Sem 2 4.1.1 Project Report -Apex Learning Part I: Background Check (10 points) 1. Read all the instructions for the project, including the questions you will answer after your observations are complete. 2. During the project, you will use multiple online sources. Explore the website listed on the landing page of this assignment, and list other websites you will use to complete the project. Describe how you can know that you are finding good, reliable, unbiased information. (4 points) 3. State the city, county, and state in which you live (or township, county, and state if you live in a rural area). Identify and describe at least one thing you would like to see changed in order to make your community more sustainable. What challenges do you think might come with this change? Do you know of any legislation that might regulate this issue? (6 points) Google maps is an reliable source. Many people use google maps while driving or finding locations which proves its efficiency and reliability. I live in Redwood city, San mateo county , California. I would like to see more sustainable energy in my neighborhood such as more houses with solar panels.Apex Learning - Project 1/1/21, 12:05 PM https://course.apexlearning.com/public/cpop/4001001/1987786 Page 2 of 15 Part II-A: Observations and Data Collection (30 points) Explore and Research Use the Internet to research topics related to sustainable community development for your environment (your city, township, and/or county). Use the site given on the activity landing page as a starting point for your research. You will need to branch out on your own to research topics that are specific to your area. To perform your own searches, a great way to start is to enter the name of a topic and the county where you live. For example, enter "emissions standards" and "Harris County" if you live in Houston, Texas. Be sure to: Follow safe practices during this investigation. Use discretion when selecting websites to view for research purposes. Materials: Access to the Internet Pencil or pen Paper Ruler Map pencils (11 different colors)Apex Learning - Project 1/1/21, 12:05 PM https://course.apexlearning.com/public/cpop/4001001/1987786 Page 3 of 15 Camera Observe and Record Data 1. Legislation and Zoning Laws that Affect Your Community — Everybody is accountable to laws and regulations. Which ones regulate you and your community? You can use the Internet to research the regulations that affect your community and the environment. As you conduct your research, be sure to look for reliable information. Here are a few tips: