How school leaders can empower video creation in classrooms
Some of the best educational content develops with creative thinking and a willingness to try new things–and if teachers and students have the right tools, they’re on the right path. Think about how students today communicate outside of school–so much of it is video-based, and if educators can meet students in that space, they’ll be […]
Which Brick is Best for House
The use of bricks for construction has a very long history. It dates back to ancient times, making bricks among the most durable materials for constructing walls, foundations, pillars, brick buildings and even some surfaces. In recent days, bricks have still maintained their versatile functions and are still used for building walls, home construction, etc. […]
In energy transition, a divide between rich and poor
The theme of the recent World Petroleum Congress in Houston was energy transition. Houston was even rebranded as the “Energy Transition Capital of the World.” But energy transition in the speeches of executives and ministers from rich countries means something quite different from how the topic is addressed in poor countries. Paraphrasing St. Augustine, poor […]
Decades after Congress’ orders, toxics still contaminate millions of schools
More than 40 years ago, Congress banned harmful polychlorinated biphenyls, or PCBs, from schools. And it’s been 37 years since Congress directed schools to address asbestos. But today, millions of schools continue to be plagued by these and other toxic chemicals. Specific concerns: Children are especially susceptible to harm from chemical exposure. Yet many U.S. […]
Ohio college students team up to give thousands access to clean drinking water
CINCINNATI — Some Ohio college students are getting together to help end the global water crisis by building water wells in Africa. The idea came from Walsh University business student Joe Knopp. He spent a lot of time coming up with business plans but ultimately decided his business needed to center on making a difference […]
Healthy Buildings Conference Transitions To A Live Virtual Format
To protect the health and safety of all attendees, presenters and staff, organizers for the Healthy Buildings Conference will host the upcoming conference, scheduled to take place Jan. 18-20, 2022, in a virtual format. This live event, sponsored by the International Society of Indoor Air Quality and Climate (ISIAQ) and hosted by the Cleaning Industry […]
Preparing for In-Person Classes During the Omicron Surge | Now
The following message with updates and reminders about COVID-19 guidelines was sent to the Drexel community. Summary All eligible students, faculty and professional staff must get a booster shot and record it in the Drexel Health Checker. Booster shots are also available on campus. Now is the time to upgrade your mask (see below). Get […]
Study estimates the burden of pediatric asthma cases caused by traffic- related air pollution
Nearly 2 million new cases of pediatric asthma every year may be caused by a traffic-related air pollutant, a problem particularly important in big cities around the world, according to a new study published today. The study is the first to estimate the burden of pediatric asthma cases caused by this pollutant in more than […]
Union vote could trigger ‘electronic lockout’ of Chicago teachers amid dispute over rising Covid-19 cases | Nation & World
The Chicago Teachers Union is planning to convene an emergency meeting to vote on whether its teachers should move to virtual teaching amid a surge in Covid-19 cases, according to a union official, setting up a potential “electronic lockout” by the school district. Chicago Public Schools, the third-largest school district in the country, resumed in-person […]
Big Box Stores Close for Cleaning Amid COVID-19 Surge
As workers get back in the swing of things after the holidays, facility managers are busy taking down decorations and lights and clearing away discarded wrapping paper. Don’t be quick to throw everything in the trash and jeopardize your sustainability practices. KXLY-TV offers a quick break down of what holiday trash is recyclable. Here’s what […]