Starting a new series where we expose our members for destroying the environment.
First up: Jacob heid
Year in school: 5th year stats major
Favorite way to destroy the earth: driving my gas guzzler van π
We are pushing for a hawk-alert system to notify when chemicals are sprayed the risks associated and for the ban of toxic pesticides. We donβt want to expose ourselves nor our pets to endocrine disruptors, carcinogens, or environmental toxins.
Join UIEC this Friday to advocate for the removal of pesticides on campus grounds. We ask in particular to ban neonics, 2,4-D, and chlorothalonilβ all of which cause significant health and environmental damage.
Thank you @UIECHawks for putting on such an incredible event. Every panelist offered incredible perspectives and I leave feeling inspired with many things to educate myself about. I appreciate all of the work they did to start such an important dialogue!
IC proposing new housing development by Hickory Hill Park β Many believe it does not follow the cityβs established comprehensive plan re: private property around parks. What do you think?