Ocmulgee River and water quality

The Ocmulgee River  is a western tributary of the Altamaha River, approximately 255 mi (410 km) long, in Georgia. Noted for its relatively unspoiled and gentle current, it provides the principal drainage for a large section of central Georgia. Also, the Ocmulgee is a major reason the water quality in Macon is so good. The Ocmulgee has been well taken care of which is why there is not much erosion or pollution in the area. A large part of why the area is so well taken care of is because it is extremely important to the area and the people in it. 

Air Quality

The Banning airport is located right outside Palm Springs, California. The air pollution is bad here because of the sheer size of the airport. The amount of planes, cars, and trucks that come and go from the airport is a huge hazard to the air quality in the area. The jets that take off from the airport give off a large amount of toxic fumes that pollutes the air and is probably the main reason the air quality is so poor. Also, the pollution is harmful to the people who come and go from the airport on a daily basis. Overall, something needs to be done to reduce the waste that is being permeated into the air.

Global Climate

The Medieval Warm Period (MWP), Medieval Climate Optimum, or Medieval Climatic Anomaly was a time of warm climate in the North Atlantic region that may also have been related to other climate events around the world during that time including China. During this period colonization began towards North America because of the changing climate and better weather conditions for settlers. Because of the warmer weather; the soil was able to be used to plant crops and farming took off during this time of warm weather because they were able to keep the majority of their crops from dying. The Medieval Warm Period was followed by a much colder period called the Ice Age. It had the opposite effect on the population because they were unable to grow crops and the living conditions were much worse than they were before. 

Community Gardens

Not only do community gardens make the area nicer for everyone to live but it also creates a sense of unity for the citizens. There are only positive outcomes when people are involved in creating planting these gardens. The environment is also benefited from it and makes it more sustainable. Also, by involving children they are teaching them valuable life lessons while having fun. They learn the importance of community, real world experiences, and also the importance of taking care of the environment. Also, parents who involve their children in community gardens typically have a greater respect for the environment and eat healthier than families who are not as involved in the environment and the community. Overall, community garden involvement is beneficial to everyone in the area and will greatly influence the sustainability of society.

Dog Parks

Dog parks are a great place for people and animals to come together, exercise and socialize. There is a dog park here in Macon that is located very close to campus. Not only is it good for the dogs to run and play with one another, but it is also good for the community because people talk and converse with one another and make new relationships through their pets. By going outdoors and spending time with other people; the community as a whole becomes a much better place for everyone. Also, environmental movements will be much easier to get people involved in because the more time they spend outside their homes the more they will care about the environment and will contribute to making it sustainable.