Courtney Hopper

Ms. Coogan will give a talk titled "Earth Day 50: Zero Landfill in Auto Manufacturing and National Parks” which describes Subaru’s efforts to become the first “zero landfill” automotive assembly facility in the world, a goal achieved over ten years ago. Per Ms. Coogan, that talk offers “an examination of developing a zero landfill program; how reduce, reuse, and recycle can be environmentally and financially successful.” She will also explain “the principles needed for a waste reduction program to work in manufacturing and how those principles were transferred to the national park service.”

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning about a wild animal I find interesting, including their life cycle, habitat, ecosystem functions, and interactions with humans (if any!).

Plastic bags can be mistaken for food by many wild animals. If at all possible, I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases, including produce bags.

I will spend at least 30 minutes learning about how our oceans support life on Earth by producing oxygen, regulating climate, and providing habitat, food, and jobs.