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- Document
- Description/Abstract:
- Over 400,000 quarries have been left abandoned and seemingly in a state of disrepair once their resources have been depleted or no longer valued. Before 1977, there were no laws or regulations in place to protect these sites. Owners and contractors were able to leave the site as is with tools, machinery, jagged rocks, slabs of cut stone, trash, and anything in between. This project explores the oldest marble quarry in the country, the Norcross-West marble quarry located in Dorset, Vermont. The design answers the question of how to repurpose this site by combining the site history to create educational opportunities, vegetation implementation to create habitats for at risk species, and sustainable practices such as marble carving and rainwater collection create a space that fulfills needs within the site that have long sense been forgotten. These practices reform the space and set a precedent for the dozens of other nearby abandoned and active quarry sites.
- Creator/Author:
- Askren, Jasmine
- Submitter:
- Jasmine Askren
- Date Uploaded:
- 04/12/2024
- Date Modified:
- 04/12/2024
- Date Created:
- 2024-04
- License:
- Public Domain Mark 1.0
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- Type:
- Image
- Description/Abstract:
- The intent of this design is to increase vegetative coverage by at least 50% to capture more rainfall, improve urban heat island effect, and improve aesthetic value. As well as to diversify plant pallet for an increase in biodiversity as well as aesthetic improvement, to ensure that the new bed designs still allow access to equipment that are necessary for daily operation, and to ensure that the bed designs are accessible to all.
- Creator/Author:
- Lewis, Annie
- Submitter:
- Annie Lewis
- Date Uploaded:
- 04/12/2024
- Date Modified:
- 04/12/2024
- Date Created:
- 2024-04
- License:
- Public Domain Mark 1.0
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- Type:
- Image
- Description/Abstract:
- Four interpretation design signs for educational opportunities for the intended audiences of tour groups ranging from elementary school-aged to adulthood.
- Creator/Author:
- Lewis, Annie
- Submitter:
- Annie Lewis
- Date Uploaded:
- 04/12/2024
- Date Modified:
- 04/12/2024
- Date Created:
- 2024-04
- License:
- Public Domain Mark 1.0
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- Type:
- Student Work
- Description/Abstract:
- Cincinnati has dealt with the effects of combined sewer overflows for decades. Although overflow levels are steadily improving, there is still more to be done. Since 2002, the city has been attempting to renovate their old system to meet the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Water Act. This has proved extremely costly and difficult to complete with over 3,000 miles of public sewers with the antiquated combined sewer overflow system. Green roofs have become a proven tool in reducing combined sewer overflows. This project aims to explain how a municipal sewer district can promote the reduction of stormwater runoff through native plant landscaping and green roof education. In 2010, the Metropolitan Sewer District, the agency responsible for waste water treatment in the Greater Cincinnati area, installed a green roof on one of their Mill Creek Plant buildings, however, it has been neglected and is not reaching its full potential. Through research on green roof’s effects on combined sewer overflow, an improved green roof design, and educational signage this study aims to create an educational, visually pleasing, native focused, and functional green roof that still allows employees ease of access to necessary equipment. MSD can encourage an increase of green roofs throughout the city and this study creates a comprehensive plan to use green roofs as a promotional tool.
- Creator/Author:
- Lewis, Annie
- Submitter:
- Annie Lewis
- Date Uploaded:
- 04/12/2024
- Date Modified:
- 04/12/2024
- Date Created:
- 2024-04
- License:
- Public Domain Mark 1.0
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- Type:
- Image
- Description/Abstract:
- Over 400,000 quarries have been left abandoned and seemingly in a state of disrepair once their resources have been depleted or no longer valued. Before 1977, there were no laws or regulations in place to protect these sites. Owners and contractors were able to leave the site as is with tools, machinery, jagged rocks, slabs of cut stone, trash, and anything in between. This project explores the oldest marble quarry in the country, the Norcross-West marble quarry located in Dorset, Vermont. The design answers the question of how to repurpose this site by combining the site history to create educational opportunities, vegetation implementation to create habitats for at risk species, and sustainable practices such as marble carving and rainwater collection create a space that fulfills needs within the site that have long sense been forgotten. These practices reform the space and set a precedent for the dozens of other nearby abandoned and active quarry sites.
- Creator/Author:
- Askren, Jasmine
- Submitter:
- Jasmine Askren
- Date Uploaded:
- 04/12/2024
- Date Modified:
- 04/12/2024
- Date Created:
- 2024-04
- License:
- Public Domain Mark 1.0
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- Type:
- Document
- Description/Abstract:
- Over 400,000 quarries have been left abandoned and seemingly in a state of disrepair once their resources have been depleted or no longer valued. Before 1977, there were no laws or regulations in place to protect these sites. Owners and contractors were able to leave the site as is with tools, machinery, jagged rocks, slabs of cut stone, trash, and anything in between. This project explores the oldest marble quarry in the country, the Norcross-West marble quarry located in Dorset, Vermont. The design answers the question of how to repurpose this site by combining the site history to create educational opportunities, vegetation implementation to create habitats for at risk species, and sustainable practices such as marble carving and rainwater collection create a space that fulfills needs within the site that have long sense been forgotten. These practices reform the space and set a precedent for the dozens of other nearby abandoned and active quarry sites.
- Creator/Author:
- Askren, Jasmine
- Submitter:
- Jasmine Askren
- Date Uploaded:
- 04/11/2024
- Date Modified:
- 04/12/2024
- Date Created:
- 2024-04
- License:
- Public Domain Mark 1.0
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- Type:
- Document
- Description/Abstract:
- The current infrastructure of horticulture in North America lacks BIPOC representation. The purpose of the review and the research is to address the effects of white dominance in horticulture and observe the benefits of a system that upholds and welcomes the culture and values of individuals in the BIPOC communities. By analyzing the current impacts of DEI and its effectiveness for BIPOC horticulturist, it can be theorized on how to create a more equitable field.
- Creator/Author:
- Cain, Amiah
- Submitter:
- Amiah Cain
- Date Uploaded:
- 04/05/2024
- Date Modified:
- 04/05/2024
- Date Created:
- 2024-04
- License:
- All rights reserved
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- Type:
- Document
- Description/Abstract:
- The overuse of plastic containers in greenhouse and nursery production surpasses the amount being recycled. A solution to this issue involves a shift in the materials used for making containers. Specifically, containers employed for plant growth are largely single-use due to the higher costs associated with reusing them in production. Due to chemicals used during the growing process recycling containers is challenging. Transitioning to eco-friendly alternatives holds the promise of positively impacting the environment and curbing plastic waste generated in growing containerized plants. This research delves into the types of plastics currently utilized, their purposes, and the recycling processes involved. This is compared to new eco-friendly container options, analyzing their advantages and disadvantages. The significance of this study lies in the exploration of potential materials for manufacturing containers in greenhouse and nursery production. The result of This research finds alternatives to plastic, fostering sustainability and reducing reliance on plastic for containers, thereby contributing to a more sustainable industry.
- Creator/Author:
- Weller, Jessica
- Submitter:
- Jessica Weller
- Date Uploaded:
- 04/04/2024
- Date Modified:
- 04/12/2024
- Date Created:
- 2024-04
- License:
- All rights reserved