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Pittsburgh Trees by Owner Occupied Units and Median Home Value
Tree cover has been historically
impacted by urban
development, historical
disinvestment, and
suburbanization. The reduction
of trees in urban areas
contributes to environmental
racism, whereby communities of
color often have fewer trees…
impacted by urban
development, historical
disinvestment, and
suburbanization. The reduction
of trees in urban areas
contributes to environmental
racism, whereby communities of
color often have fewer trees…
Plant Biodiversity on the Vassar College Campus in Stormwater Institutes and Lawns
We studied two areas of stormwater institutes: a rain garden and a bioretention area, as well as two grass lawns. Through exploring these two environmental types, we attempted to explore if the green stormwater infrastructure is achieving its goal of…
Poor Connection: Inter-City Passenger Rail in the United States
In order to combat climate change, it is imperative to replace individual automobile and air travel with mass transportation. The US Inter-City Rail system is lacking serious connections. Bus systems and routes can be useful in locations that are…
Primates, You, and the Zoo: How Zoos Contribute to the Conservation of Our Closest Living Relatives
Historical institutions such as museums and zoos have recently come under scrutiny for promoting ideologies of imperialism and exoticism. While museums are repatriating artifacts, zoos must find another restorative approach, as many captive animals…
Public Surveillance of Vassar's Dorm Heating System
This project investigates the efficiency of Vassar's heating system from the perspective of student residents and focusing on radiator controls.