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Accomplishing Outreach, Engagement & Facilitating Learning: A Digital Application for the Wilma H. Schiermeier Olentangy River Wetland Research Park
Iritz, Robin; Metzler, Rachel; Momenee, Mara; Spangler, Graham; Trainor, Brian ( 2014-12 )The Wilma H. Schiermeier Olentangy River Wetland Research Park (ORWRP) is world-renowned, but few people in the Columbus area choose to visit the research facility. In order to address the lack of visitation at the ORWRP ... -
Addressing Infant Mortality Through Improved Non-Emergency Medical Transportation
Davis, Sarah; DeLong, Allison; Goebel, Maddie; Horn, Zachary; Roland, Victoria ( 2018-05 )The purpose of this benchmarking analysis is to assist the Smart Columbus team in providing adequate and reliable transportation for new and expectant mothers of Linden. Through comprehensive online research and informative ... -
Alternative Materials Recycling in the City of Bexley, Ohio
Amstutz, Allyson; Orsini, Alexandra; Prokup, Andrea; Sheehan, Jack; Swift, Rebecca ( 2020-05 )Spring 2020 EEDS Capstone project assessing the possibility of implementing the recycling of conventionally non-recyclable materials in the Columbus suburb of Bexley, Ohio. -
Analysis for Sustainable Non-potable Water in Conjunction with OSU Facilities and Sustainable Water
Schmauch, Nicole; Hendy, Johnathon; Williams, Maura; Matthews, Zachary ( 2020-12 )The Ohio State University wants to install a new water reclamation system on its Columbus campus to further its sustainability goals. Sustainable Water, a water technology company, is partnering with Ohio State to plan the ... -
Analysis of Green Columbus Tree Nursery Operations
Keeling, Justin; Barber, Emily; Kauchak, Brooke; Boggs, Griffin; Morris, Rachel; Borling, Luke ( 2021-05 )This report is a collection of research intended to assist Green Columbus, a nonprofit organization, operate their two tree nurseries which are located in Linden and Hilltop. Using key interviews with similar organizations, ... -
Bike Columbus
Poser, Rebecca; Morgenstern, Harrison; Eckert, Lindsey; Apple, Margeaux; Lingafelter, Lindsay ( 2015-05 )This projects analyzes the feasibility of Columbus doubling its bike share program between 2015 and 2020, quantifying the increases in bicycle miles traveled, calories burned, carbon offset, and cumulative cost. The City's ... -
Bike Path Valuation Methodology: An Approach to Secure Funding
Hendrickson, Emma; Honeyman, Cole; Potter, Brianna; Wilkes, Juergen ( 2020-05 )The goal of this project is to identify the value bike paths provide to local communities. This value is described within the report in four different categories, economic, health, environment, and equity. This project ... -
Buckeyes for Buckeyes: Increasing the Tree Canopy on The Ohio State University's Main Campus
Koontz, Anna; Madrishin, Anna; Kowalski, Kennedy; Havran-Vena, Veronica; Ludwig, Ryan ( 2016-05 )This report seeks to assist The Ohio State University with its goal of doubling the tree canopy by 2025. This report suggests either the revision or reworking of the goal due to issues with feasibility. It also suggests a ... -
Building a Better Kottman
Greenslade, Elizabeth; Gordon, Alyssa; Ryan, James; Maurer, Hannah ( 2014-05 )This project proposes building design principles for the structure that will replace the current Kottman Hall. Ideas center around various aspects of biophilic design and their numerous physical and psychological benefits. -
Case Study Analysis for the Strategic Implementation of Smart Street Lighting in the Linden Neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio
Bednarski, Lydia F.; Dodson, Brittany T.; Domecus, Gabriel S.; Levine, Addair Z.; Odiorne, Margaret G. ( 2017-05 )A case study analysis of four U.S. cities and their smart street lighting applications for a proposed pilot project in the Linden neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio through the Smart Cities grant. -
City of Columbus Electric Vehicle Fleet Adoption Analysis
Newman, Ian; Gilroy, Megan; Jones, Emily; Bessignano, Drew; Wilkinson, Melissa ( 2019-05 )The city of Columbus has significantly invested in analyzing the future of sustainable mobility through the Smart City grant that the city received in 2016. This project served as the undergraduate capstone project for ... -
City of Columbus Green Memo III: Municipal Building Energy Management
Van Deusen, Eric; Semroc, Scott; McClaine, Natalie; Westhoven, Jamie; Griffis, Cody ( 2015-05 )Green Memo III proposed sustainability objectives for the City of Columbus, Ohio to reach by 2020. This project evaluates goals to reduce energy consumption in municipal facilities through ENERGY STAR energy monitoring ... -
The City of Worthington Sustainability Action Plan
Fladung, Cheryl; Fellers, Ellison; Evans, Emily; Buenger, Chayli; Momenee, Mara ( 2016-12 )The purpose of this project was to develop a plan of action that will give the city of Worthington, Ohio the capacity to grow and develop sustainably into the future. -
Columbus Climate Adapatation Plan
Kueller, Alexandra; Hardin, Nathan; Baughman, Brett ( 2014-05 )Our project focuses on finding out what it would take for the City of Columbus to successfully implement a climate adaptation plan and what are the proper steps to take when implementing such a plan. -
A Communication Framework for Worthington's Sustainable Initiatives
Novgorodsky, Milana; Goldberg, Gregory; Rusher, Greyson ( 2016-12 )We present a communication strategy for the City of Worthington to consider as it moves forward with the planning and implementation of a community sustainability framework. -
Community Gardens: Exploring Community Gardens in Columbus, Ohio: How to protect them and who they serve
Dean, Parker; Sharp, William; Koenig, Margot; Pederson, Anabel; Heneghan, Liz ( 2021-05 )This is a case study of community gardens in Columbus, Ohio. This study was prompted by the development of a long time garden in the Southern Orchards Community, Kossuth Street Gardens. The purpose of this project was to ... -
Comprehensive Public Transportation
Blevins, Nia; Clendenin, Taylor; Good, Carly; Jochum, Caroline; Mescher, Jodi ( 2015-05 )The overall goal of this report is to address Objective C.5. of Columbus’ Green Memo III to reduce the amount of people driving alone to work to 70% over the next five years through a comprehensive public transportation ... -
COTA: Setting the Standard
Martin, Gus; Laframboise, Celina; Allen, Destiny; Cultice, Brian; Goldberg, Kayla ( 2015-05 )Final paper for the Environment, Economy, Development, and Sustainability capstone course. Analysis of potential greenhouse gas emissions reductions from reduced single-occupancy vehicle use as a result of potential COTA ... -
Creating a Zero Waste Culture: Responsible Reuse and Recycling
Faecher, Taylor; Hagler, Laura; Johnson, John; McKinley, Austin; Ratliff, Nicole ( 2016-05 )The project examines OSU's goal of zero waste by 2025 through minimizing waste, specifically involved with student life on the Columbus campus. Contamination of the recycling stream was also a vital concern for the university ... -
Creating the infrastructure for a living laboratory at the Miller Ecological Park and other preparations
Copeland, Travis; Dininger, Rachael; Finke, Alissa; Fisher, Courtney; Sheakley, Monica ( 2014-12 )Our goal is to connect the local children of Lebanon, Ohio with nature via the Miller Ecological Park. To do this, we are focusing on the addition of a Living Laboratory to the property that can be used by local schools ...