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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| No smoking | 8/22/2011 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: Why is smoking prohibited in and around archaeological sites? A: Jada, I will answer your question with my opinion: I have nothing to do with archaeological work ... | ||
| thank you for your response | 8/15/2011 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: how come I don't get an option to rate your previous response to my question about global ... A: Nancy, I apologize for putting your question into the category of being "unable to assist you". ... | ||
| water pollution | 6/14/2011 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: what are the remedies for water pollution? A: The remedies for water pollution depend on what the pollutant has been identified to be. If, for ... | ||
| flood | 4/18/2011 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: can u explain me plz flood in river and their local climate effecting on it A: Rivers in the central part of the United States flood in the early spring because of snow melt from ... | ||
| global warming | 3/16/2011 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: what is the purpose of the ozone layer? A: Ruby: The ozone layer serves to reduce harmful ultraviolet radiation from striking the earth. In ... | ||
| field? | 1/8/2011 | Edward Young |
| Q: I've been considering getting a Bachelors degree in Enviromental Science, but not really sure if in ... A: This is your site. Its the US Dept of Labor and if you play around with the features, you can target ... | ||
| hi | 9/22/2010 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: MY question is that is there any feild of environment related to animals . A: Walka: Any study of the environment must deal with its affects on animals. If animals were excluded ... | ||
| enviornmental science (e.v.s) | 8/25/2010 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: what is the relation between oil spills and death of sea birds? A: I am not sure what your question is, but I do know that there is a positive relationship between oil ... | ||
| Green schools | 1/10/2010 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: I am a student at the high school of economics and finance in New York and I'm working on my ... A: 1) Schools can reduce energy use by updating lighting system and going to energy efficient lighting ... | ||
| pollution | 12/14/2009 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: When was the first known concern raised about the environment, pollution etc? A: Kim: I have been doing environmental Education at a major university outreach program since 1990. I ... | ||
| hazardous wastes | 11/14/2009 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: what hazardous materials have to be dealt with while disposing of electronic items? A: About the only hazardous material that I am aware of would be anything containing mercury, such as ... | ||
| Environmental education | 10/29/2009 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: The Nigerian Government said no gas flaring by 2009. the multi-national oil companies says its not ... A: Leema: The oil refineries can greatly reduce gas flaring at their facilities, but it will cost more ... | ||
| Environmental education | 10/29/2009 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: THE NIGER DELTA REGION OF NIGERIA IS FACED WITH SERIOUS ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEMS PREDOMINATELY CAUSED ... A: Leema: You have just discovered a genuine problem that any and all environmental educators have ... | ||
| conservation issues | 9/22/2009 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: The Conservation Movement be gain in the late 19th century and of course continues today, I need to ... A: Allison: I fully understand your question and I do appreciate you leveling with me about this being ... | ||
| conservation issues | 9/17/2009 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: The Conservation Movement be gain in the late 19th century and of course continues today, I need to ... A: Allison: I began working in the environmental arena in 1990 and I am continuing in that field ... | ||
| earth science | 8/19/2009 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: 1)what are a least four everyday activities that use conduction? 2)what are least five everyday ... A: Kayla: Your question sounds very much like a home work assignment? I will help you with your quest ... | ||
| detergents | 7/14/2009 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: My Husband wants to know if the water you use from washing clothes,(because of the detergent) is in ... A: The simple answer to your question, although it is not definitive is that it depends on what is in ... | ||
| about environment | 7/14/2009 | Edward Young |
| Q: If natural substances can be pollutants then how can we continue to use them without adverse effects ... A: Doesn't this really come down to specifically our definition of a "pollutant"? Natural substances ... | ||
| the beginning of the enviromental movement | 7/1/2009 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: Dr. LaPrade, I am writing a paper on christian's resposibility to care for the enviroment. My ... A: Mark: I apologize for the length of time to respond to your follow up question. I did not receive ... | ||
| the beginning of the enviromental movement | 6/29/2009 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: Dr. LaPrade, I am writing a paper on christian's resposibility to care for the enviroment. My ... A: Mark: I may have a little different answer than what you may expect, but I will provide my take on ... | ||
| Soot--Indoor Air Quality Concerns | 6/14/2009 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: Dr. LaPrade, I didn't know until today that soot was a problem indoors. I have had HVAC people out ... A: Wow, sorry for the long delay in answering your question follow-up! It did not show up on my ... | ||
| Soot--Indoor Air Quality Concerns | 6/1/2009 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: Dr. LaPrade, I didn't know until today that soot was a problem indoors. I have had HVAC people out ... A: Shane: Two items come to mind about your situation and your1. Do you burn candles in your home? ... | ||
| Quick Question | 4/20/2009 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: i am wondering what the environmental impact in terms of energy and paper saved would be by ... A: Martin: There is no exact numerical figure that can be placed on your scenario. The amount of ... | ||
| re: | 4/7/2009 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: can i know how is the disaster management of today different from that of yesterday? i need this ... A: Aashritha: Disaster management is not an Environmental Education topic. I just finished a Google ... | ||
| recycling | 3/4/2009 | Edward Young |
| Q: what substance nets recyclers the most profit? A: If you are speaking about common substances like metals, polymers, and other recycled materials like ... | ||
| ozone | 2/19/2009 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: how did the ozone form in the stratosphere? A: Wendy: The simple answer is from oxygen and light in the atmosphere. There are complex reactions ... | ||
| environment (biological view) | 2/6/2009 | Edward Young |
| Q: why are some substances biodegradable and some non-biodegradable? A: Sania Oddly, this is the second time I have received this question. Nature forms substances in ... | ||
| Cleaning the house--toxic activity? | 2/3/2009 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: I am becoming more concerned about many of the household cleaners that I use. I am a clean freak and ... A: Jonane: About the only product to absolutely stay away from is a mixture of Ammonia and bleach ... | ||
| Sustainability Certification Programs | 12/9/2008 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: I am interested in finding some environmental graduate level programs and general sustainability ... A: No, I don't have any personal knowledge of any of the training programs offered on the web-sites. ... | ||
| ozone layer | 11/20/2008 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: good day, i need 5 seperate sentences why we must preserve the ozone layer A: Joshua: The ozone layer is a layer of ozone gas that surrounds the earth in the upper atmosphere. ... | ||
| Waste Management | 11/16/2008 | Edward Young |
| Q: May I know more information on non- biodegradable substances? A: All you need to do is research a bit on polymers. Once you realize that nature's hydrocarbons can be ... | ||
| non-biodegradable materials | 11/9/2008 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: what is your sayings on the subject non-biodegradable materials? A: Kyle: I am not sure what you mean when you refer to "your sayings"? If you mean what is ... | ||
| bio | 10/14/2008 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: how long did non biodegrable substances expected to last in our environment A: Some non-biodegradeable items that go to trash can last up to 1000 years according to Biological ... | ||
| water pollution | 10/9/2008 | Edward Young |
| Q: what was the reason why the environment was spoiled by water pollution A: "what was the reason why the environment was spoiled by water pollution" I do not wish to ... | ||
| wetlands | 9/22/2008 | Edward Young |
| Q: how do I identify producers of wetlands outside of plant life and how do I define consumers? A: First of all, if you read my intro piece, my assistance in this area is really suppose to be limited ... | ||
| Environmental Science | 9/18/2008 | Edward Young |
| Q: What three basic shapes do bacteria come in? A: Toni, Nice one. I remember this joke from Sophomore classes and am surprised its still being told. ... | ||
| man-made disasters | 9/12/2008 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: please tell me about all the man-made disasters? urgent A: Sara: Surely you cannot be serious, asking someone to write down "all" of the world's man made ... | ||
| Environmental Groups | 8/8/2008 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: I'm having difficulty finding a group in my area. I live in Sacramento, CA. I want to help with ... A: Glenn: I just finished a web-search "youth environmental group in Sacramento California area" which ... | ||
| non-bio | 8/6/2008 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: what are three ways that i can control non-biodegradable substances?? please wb A: In my opinion the best way to control or reduce the quantity of non-biodegradable items that you ... | ||
| science | 7/23/2008 | Dr. Jesse LaPrade |
| Q: sir, can you differentiate biodegradable materials from non-biodegradable materials. just asking ... A: Kim: I don't suppose a simple "yes" to your question would suffice? Perhaps you would like to know ... | ||
Dr. Jesse LaPrade
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I am a professional environmental educator at Auburn University. My specialty is indoor air quality, including radon awareness and mitigation of all structures. I am well versed in issues involving mold and mildew in homes and other structures, as well as volatile organic compounds (odors) in homes. I teach the general public about asthma triggers such as dust, dust mites and other particulate matter, as well as pollen and the interaction of genetic inheritance with this malady.
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All Alabama citizens interested in Environmental Education, including Indoor Air Quality, Radon Education and how to fix associated problems. All of these programs are fully federally grant funded; therefore, this is a no-cost service to citizens.
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