How do we build structures that have a low impact on the environment?

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How do we build structures that have a low impact on the environment? Exploring this question through engineering and design.

Engineering Concept Map

Step 1: Define the Problem Create a comfortable living space without impacting the environment. Geology Rocks, caves, and soil/sediments Hydrology Surface and ground water Ecology Plants, animals and space

Background Research What are the characteristics of low impact living?

Specify Requirements Conservation Small-Scale Controls Customized Site Design Maintenance, Pollution Prevention and Education

Specify Requirements Conservation: Preserve native trees, vegetation and soils. Maintain natural drainage patterns. Small-Scale Controls: Mimic natural hydrology and processes Customized Site Design: Ensure each site helps protect the entire water shed. Maintenance, Pollution Prevention and Education: Reduces pollutant loads and increases efficiency and longevity. Educates and involves the public.

Engineering Concept Map

Time to Build: 20 Minutes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZQ7lZRgHHo

How do we get from place to place without polluting the environment? Exploring this question through engineering and design.

Step 1: Define the Problem Create a vehicle that gets you from place to place without impacting the environment. Geology Rocks, caves, and soil/sediments Hydrology Surface and ground water Ecology Plants, animals and space

Background Research

Specify Requirements Zero emissions from fossil fuels such as carbon dioxide. Little to no impact on the terrain it covers during transit or while parked. Ability to transport a family of 4 to 5 and have enough space to travel comfortably. Vehicle needs to blend in with its environment.

Time to Build: 20 Minutes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZQ7lZRgHHo

Engineering Concept Map

How do we get food without using too much or too little? Exploring this question through engineering and design.

Step 1: Define the Problem Design a garden that can sustain food and water for a family of 4 to 5 without wasting any food or water to grow it. All the energy that it takes to grow food should not be wasted. All waste products are reused to grow more food.

Background Research

Specify Requirements Ability to produce enough food for a family of 4 to 5. Fertilize plants without polluting watershed. Need to have an idea of how many animals you will have with your garden. All waste from family and animals must be used. Food waste, solid waste, and water waste.

Time to Build: 20 Minutes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZQ7lZRgHHo

Engineering Concept Map