Campus
transportation and how its pollutants affect our watershed during idling time.
Abstract
The purpose of this project is to determine how pollution from idling cars on our campus affects the watershed. We compiled information on air pollution from cars that idle while waiting in line for parking on the Edgewood College campus. We collected data from commuters that come to campus and how their air pollution from their automobiles will affect our watershed. We observed the number of automobiles, the time automobiles idled, and the peak hours for cars to idle. From these observations, we recorded how long each car idles before it enters the parking ramp. Our results showed that there are many cars that spend a great deal of time idling while waiting for a parking spot in the morning. This means that there are many pollutants that enter the air as a direct result of cars idling while waiting in line for a parking spot in the ramp. By researching our topic of air pollution and its effects on our watersheds health, we will improve our ability to suggest adequate management decisions. Our goal is that the information that we have acquired will be useful for future management implications.
By Jeremiah Cremin and Maria Hartog
April 28, 2004