First Advisor

John Perona

Date of Award

Winter 3-2023

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biochemistry and University Honors

Department

Chemistry

Language

English

Subjects

Climate change mitigation, Environmental justice

DOI

10.15760/honors.1340

Abstract

Global warming has detrimental effects on the health and population of our planet. For years, scientists have known that in order to preserve the earth for future generations, it is necessary to adopt more sustainable practices that reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and waste. Policy makers across the globe have attempted to address the issue but have received pushback from the general public, industry and politicians on the other side, alike. Controversy surrounding necessary changes encompasses issues from livelihood, to affordability, to health equity, to taxation. This multifaceted problem cannot be solved with a simple solution; rather, it requires consideration of all elements and all people, equally. This climate action proposal seeks to pair scientific backed solutions with maintaining equity across three main categories: the natural world, intergenerational marginalization, and social equity among existing groups to create an attainable plan to slow global warming.

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https://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/40168

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