Alerting Health Education majors with interest in environmental health! There are jobs opening up soon within this area to help educate the people on how to live better, healthier, more environmentally friendly lives! I just got uber-excited when I watched this video. I thought: "Awesome! This is gonna be great."
In this video, they list different job descriptions for environmental health workers and the EPA was one of them. One of my friends is currently working for the EPA stationed here in Duluth, MN. If you are interested in working for the EPA, log onto their website http://www.epa.gov/med/ and look in the left-hand corner for "Working with EPA." There they offer career opportunities as well as internships for students and recent graduates.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Week 9 Share and Voice Linky Party
I went online looking for a website that was environmentally friendly and just happened to stumble across
http://www.naturalclothingcompany.com/
This site caught me by surprise. I had some clothing like socks that were made out of bamboo, but didn't realize until this point that you can actually buy a sexy dress made out of bamboo for a really good price! Not only are there clothes for women but for men and children as well. The prices are fair and they have a fair trade policy. The materials used for the clothing are bamboo, hemp, and 100% organic cotton.
The store front is located in Washington state and it seems like this is currently the only physical location available so if one was to order organic clothing from them from far away, I would recommend either by phone or online placement order. Enjoy! The clothes here are AMAZING! Made me want to buy the red dress that's featured on the website.
http://www.naturalclothingcompany.com/
This site caught me by surprise. I had some clothing like socks that were made out of bamboo, but didn't realize until this point that you can actually buy a sexy dress made out of bamboo for a really good price! Not only are there clothes for women but for men and children as well. The prices are fair and they have a fair trade policy. The materials used for the clothing are bamboo, hemp, and 100% organic cotton.
The store front is located in Washington state and it seems like this is currently the only physical location available so if one was to order organic clothing from them from far away, I would recommend either by phone or online placement order. Enjoy! The clothes here are AMAZING! Made me want to buy the red dress that's featured on the website.
Monday, November 7, 2011
Advocacy Project: My Political Representatives
President of the United States of America
Barack Obama, Democrat
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, D.C. 20500
202-456-1111
Congresswoman
Amy Klobuchar, Democrat
302 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510
202-224-3244
Congressman
Al Franken, Democrat
309 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510
202-224-5641
Congressman
Chip Cravaack. Republican
508 Cannon House Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20515
202-225-6211
State Legislator
Kerry Gauthier, Democrat
225 State Office Building
100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55155
651-296-4246
State Legislator
Roger Reinert, Democrat
149 State Office Building
100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55155
651-296-4188
Governor
Mark Dayton, Democrat
130 State Capitol
75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55155
651-201-3400
Mayor
Don Ness, Democrat
Room 402 Mayor's Office
411 West First Street
Duluth, MN 55802
218-730-5230
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Reflections on Weeks 1-7
For the past seven weeks of school I have been making major changes due to being in Environmental Health. Through performing various projects such as creating a blogging account and actually keeping it up to date has taught me more in such a short a time than before. I am surprised at my own skills of what I can do. It has gotten to the point where I feel like I can blog and make money off of it at the same time. How awesome is that?
Another thing I learned is how to create a favicon--oh my goodness it was easy once Dr. Versnik walked me through it. That part of the course really stood out to me how she patiently guided me through the project.
Through the Eye Opener: CSPI project, I learned that I was eating too much meat and not enough fruits and vegetables. I have definitely noticed a change within my diet and that I eat meat less often. I FEEL better despite my busy and stressful schedule due to changing my eating habits.
Another thing that stood out recently was not buying water bottles. Watching the documentary "Tapped" really refocused my outlook. I used to buy Smartwater all the time! And now? Ugh--can't even think about the benzene in the plastic as well as knowing that the water was perfectly fine to begin with. I went straight home after that class and threw out my plastic water bottle. I still haven't bought a glass one but I am on the lookout.
Overall, this has been a good experience. Not very many classes give you a life-changing experience but this one most certainly did. I do wish that we watched more interesting documentaries since I am completely fascinated with the information.
Another thing I learned is how to create a favicon--oh my goodness it was easy once Dr. Versnik walked me through it. That part of the course really stood out to me how she patiently guided me through the project.
Through the Eye Opener: CSPI project, I learned that I was eating too much meat and not enough fruits and vegetables. I have definitely noticed a change within my diet and that I eat meat less often. I FEEL better despite my busy and stressful schedule due to changing my eating habits.
Another thing that stood out recently was not buying water bottles. Watching the documentary "Tapped" really refocused my outlook. I used to buy Smartwater all the time! And now? Ugh--can't even think about the benzene in the plastic as well as knowing that the water was perfectly fine to begin with. I went straight home after that class and threw out my plastic water bottle. I still haven't bought a glass one but I am on the lookout.
Overall, this has been a good experience. Not very many classes give you a life-changing experience but this one most certainly did. I do wish that we watched more interesting documentaries since I am completely fascinated with the information.
Monday, October 31, 2011
Eye Opener: Junk on the Brain
An antique is an old collectible item that is desirable because of its age, beauty, emotional connections, etc.
Father Time Antiques
395 S Lake Ave #1
Duluth, MN 55802
218-625-2379
http://www.merchantcircle.com/business/Father.Time.Antiques.218-625-2379#follow_merchant
According to the urban dictionary, junking is an art form of searching for bargains or antiques to use.
Calvary Crushing and Recycling
5197 Lavaque Rd.
Duluth, MN 55803
218-723-1294
http://www.yellowpages.com/duluth-mn/mip/calvary-crushing-recycling-459265823
A flea market is a type of bazaar held either indoors or outdoors where one can purchase or barter inexpensive and secondhand goods.
Studebaker Drivers Club Swap Meet Flea Market and Classic Car Show
Lake Superior College, 2101 Trinity Rd.
Duluth, MN 55811
218-733-7600
http://www.greatfleamarket.com/minnesota/more3.html
A thrift shop is usually a retail store run by a charitable organization to help raise money.
Ragstock
7 West Superior St.
Duluth, MN 55802
218-722-1201
http://ragstock.com/locations/minnesota/
Upcycling is a process where one used product gets converted into a better quality product that is helpful to the environment.
There really isn't much on upcycling in Duluth that I could find using a search engine.
A resale shop is similar to a consignment shop where one can take goods and place in the hands of the store's owner to sell.
Dannie Duluth Consignment Clothing and Furniture
932 E. 4th St.
Duluth, MN 55805
218-724-8507
http://www.dannieduluth.com/
These terms are available for people to utilize and make them more than just a term. They provide with places and things to do to help with making our environment more appealing and healthy for us to live in. Reusing and upcycling a product is important for conserving energy and helping future generations enjoy a healthy environment.
I myself don't really antique or junk, but I love recycling--yep, actually love doing it because I know I'm doing something important for the good of the earth--and I shop at a lot of flea markets, thrift shops, and resale/consignment places. I find so many vintage or gently used clothing that appeal to me and can use them to mix and match in my wardrobe. Sometimes, I have to NOT go in to those stores because I end up spending more than I should.
I went on JunkMarketStyle.com and found a metal file holder that was used to create a picture holder. I thought it was a pretty good idea to showcase old family photos against a metal frame to depict age and vintageness (i think i just made up that word haha!).
http://www.junkmarketstyle.com/item/35489/from-metal-file-holder-to-picture-holder
OMG! I also find the most amazing idea ever! It was an old garden hose reel that was used as a wine bottle holder. Instead of buying a wine holder for $100 at my wine shoppe that I work at, I can just take my mom's garden hose reel that she won't use anymore next summer and just store my wine bottles that way. This project totally excited me because I'm such a wine fanatic. My last name means 'one who makes wine' and my ancestors owned a vineyard in Ukraine.
http://www.junkmarketstyle.com/item/35375/summer-wine-storage
Another idea that I thought was really cute was using old toy trucks as planters. I could use my little niece's old toys as she grows out of them to decorate my mom's house and garden for the next few years.
http://www.junkmarketstyle.com/item/35410/truck-transformation
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Eco-Chic Lifestyle Change Week 5: Weekly Update
Last night was the coldest night yet. So cold that I wasn't able to sleep at all. Even wearing a hoodie and sweatpants to bed didn't help much. I'm still trying to hold out til November 1st. to turn the heat on. I can make it...yes...hehe.
Sniper, the kitten my roommate and I got last week, loves to cuddle up on your stomach or feet and sometimes even around your neck. So he is definitely an extra source if warmth.
This week was extra challenging to stay warm without turning on the heat. However, soon as November 1st. hits I don't care--it's on! Of course, my plan is to only turn it on for 8 hours during the night while I'm sleeping since I'm not at my apartment for most of the day. I'm also thinking about whether or not it would be cheaper to get a space heater instead of turning on the heat. I might need to do an experiment for that.
Sniper, the kitten my roommate and I got last week, loves to cuddle up on your stomach or feet and sometimes even around your neck. So he is definitely an extra source if warmth.
Monday, October 24, 2011
Eye Opener: Environmental Working Group
http://www.ewg.org/skindeep/product/213167/Aquafresh_Revive_Teeth_Whitening_White_Trays/
So according to the above website, the Aquafresh Revive Teeth Whitening Trays that I use a few times a month are not that bad to for the environmental health-minded individual. The overall hazard is low, as well as risks of cancer and developmental and reproductive toxicity. Its ecotoxicology is stated to be on the low end as well.
The product has only 13 ingredients that are easy to understand and read. It contains the following:
Glycerin, Purified Water, Hydrogen Peroxide, Colloidal Silicon Dioxide, Carbomer, Polyvinyl Pyrrolidone, Potassium Hydroxide, Potassium Phosphate, Flavor, Sucralose, Citric Acid, Disodium Edetate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate.
The website did seem to focus on the idea that Hydrogen Peroxide "could" be cancerous. However, the dosage in each tray is so low. Other things a consumer may need to worry about is whether or not he or she may have an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients in this product.
For me, I will probably never stop using it because I'm rather vain and like to have white teeth. Toothpaste and floss every day goes a long way, but sometimes, when you have a hot date or a special event to attend, you just got to have that extra sparkle. ;)
So according to the above website, the Aquafresh Revive Teeth Whitening Trays that I use a few times a month are not that bad to for the environmental health-minded individual. The overall hazard is low, as well as risks of cancer and developmental and reproductive toxicity. Its ecotoxicology is stated to be on the low end as well.
The product has only 13 ingredients that are easy to understand and read. It contains the following:
Glycerin, Purified Water, Hydrogen Peroxide, Colloidal Silicon Dioxide, Carbomer, Polyvinyl Pyrrolidone, Potassium Hydroxide, Potassium Phosphate, Flavor, Sucralose, Citric Acid, Disodium Edetate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate.
The website did seem to focus on the idea that Hydrogen Peroxide "could" be cancerous. However, the dosage in each tray is so low. Other things a consumer may need to worry about is whether or not he or she may have an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients in this product.
For me, I will probably never stop using it because I'm rather vain and like to have white teeth. Toothpaste and floss every day goes a long way, but sometimes, when you have a hot date or a special event to attend, you just got to have that extra sparkle. ;)
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