6th Grade Talent 21 ProjectHealthCody BitlerHealthPeriod 1

Part 1The “4” R’s

The “4” R’sReduce Reduce

The best way to manage waste is to not produce it. This can be done by shopping carefully and being aware of a few guidelines:1. At work, make two-sided copies when ever possible.2. Buy durable goods - ones that are well-built or that carry

good warranties. They will last longer, save money in the long run and save landfill space.

3. Use cloth napkins instead of paper napkins.4. Use a dish cloth instead of paper towels.http://www.dnr.mo.gov/env/swmp/pubs-reports/threers.htm

The “4” R’sReuse ReuseIt makes economic and environmental sense to reuse products. Sometimes it takes creativity:1. Use resalable containers rather than plastic wrap.2. Use a ceramic coffee mug instead of paper cups.3. Reuse grocery bags or bring your own cloth

bags to the store. Do not take a bag from the store unless you need one.

http://www.dnr.mo.gov/env/swmp/pubs-reports/threers.htm

The “4” R’sRecycle Recycle

Recycling is a series of steps that takes a used material and processes, remanufactures, and sells it as a new product. Begin recycling at home and at work:1. Speak to store managers and ask for products and

packaging that help cut down on waste, such as recycled products and products that are not over packaged.

2. Buy products made from material that is collected for recycling in your community.

3. Use recycled paper for letterhead, copier paper and newsletters.

http://www.dnr.mo.gov/env/swmp/pubs-reports/threers.htm

The “4” R’sRemove RemoveRemoving waste and litter from public and private areas can prevent:1. Animals thinking they are food and eat them.2. Waste can seep into ground water and intoxicate

plants, animals, and humans.3. Removing food scraps from roads can prevent

animals coming to eat it, getting hit by a car, other animals coming to eat the dead body and they get hit by a car, and the “Cycle of Roadside Food Scraps” will continue.

Part 2Local Recycling Efforts

What is the organization responsible for your families recycling in Atlantic County?

The organization is called “ACUA.”

How often are your recyclables picked up?

Beginning in April, recycling will be collected every other week on the same day as your trash.Yard waste collection also moves from Fridays to Saturdays.

http://www.acua.com/acua/content.aspx?id=3802

What items are accepted by ACUA?Aerosol cansAluminum cansAppliancesAnimal & Food Processing WasteBatteries (Auto/Boat 12 Volt, AA, AAA, C, D)Books (Paperback and Hardback)Bottles/Cans/Paper/Cardboard ForBulky WasteCarpetCatalogs/MagazinesCCA - Containing LumberCereal Boxes/Food BoxesChristmas Trees

http://www.acua.com/acua/content.aspx?id=236

Clean Wood Compact Fluorescent Light bulbs (CFLs)Computer PaperConcreteConstruction and Demolition DebrisContaminated SoilDry Industrial WasteEgg Cartons (paper only)Electronics RecyclingEmpty Commercial Pesticide Containers

Food Waste (Grease)Fuel TanksGlass containers HHW Collection ProgramHousehold Hazardous Waste brochure

http://www.acua.com/acua/content.aspx?id=236

What items are accepted by ACUA?Incinerator AshJunk MailLarge ContainersMagazines/CatalogsMedical WasteMetalsMercury-Containing DevicesMotor Oil Drop-Off SitesMunicipal Recycling CoordinatorsPaintPizza BoxesPlastic containersPlastic Toys, Plastic Furniture Propane Tanks and Compressed Gas Cylinders

http://www.acua.com/acua/content.aspx?id=236

Rigid PlasticsShrink WrapSingle-Stream RecyclingTelephone BooksTiresTrashWhite Goods (Appliances)Wrapping PaperVinyl ScrapYard Waste 

http://www.acua.com/acua/content.aspx?id=236

What items other than normal bottles, cans, and papers does ACUA take?

See the slides titles, “What items are accepted by ACUA?”. There are a few unusual items, like tires, carpet, Christmas trees, and concrete!

What items does ACUA not take? Pipe/Tubing Vinyl fencing Vinyl siding Plastic drums; Plastic

pesticide containers Plastic film (grocery bags

& stretch film) Glass; Metal; Paper; Wood

http://www.acua.com/acua/rigidplastics.aspx

Clothes; Styrofoam Poly-coated paper (orange

juice & milk cartons) Flexible water hoses Hazardous material, medi

cal waste Narrow-neck liquid

containers Small plastic containers

(yogurt cups, PET/HDPE bottles, etc.)

Oil/chemical containers (HDPE - fractional melt)

Part 3Reinvent a 2 Liter Soda Bottle(s)

The Idea I plan on turning multiple 2 Liter soda

bottle into a life vest for boating, waterskiing, etc.. The idea will not only REUSE multiple bottles, but will also keep the user safe in the water.

Part 4Public Service Announcement

PSA VideoPlease go to the link to watch President Barack Obama give a speech on the environment and saving it.http://www.voki.com/mywebsite.php

*** PSA Why is protecting the environment important? ***

Protecting the environment is important because the environment is the main basic of our survival. We get food, water, air, clothing, energy, shelter, and other needs from the environment. Destroying the environment is like destroying our chance of survival.

*** PSA The two actions you can take ***

Two actions that you should take to ensure a healthier world is to reduce, reuse, and recycle as much as you can. Also, you can try to evolve others into reducing , reusing , and recycling.

Thank you for watching!Good- Bye