CUNY SPS - Fall 2024

City planning and design have a direct impact on both equity and climate change. Effective planning can make cities more resilient to climate challenges, while poor planning often leaves marginalized communities vulnerable to environmental risks. Firstly, equitable city planning ensures that all residents, regardless of income or background,...

Today's Aquaculture was really interesting.

Today I ate a lot of grapes.

I didn't have time to go to the grocery store this week so I wasn't able to eat any fruits for a couple of days now and I honestly miss it.

Environmental issues like black carbon and emissions from rudimentary cookstoves are also human health and social justice issues because they directly affect the air quality and health of the people who rely on them, often in low-income communities. These emissions contribute to respiratory diseases, especially in women and children, who spend...

The most interesting thing I learned about sustainable aquaculture practices is how they balance the need for more seafood with protecting the environment. I found it fascinating that it’s not just about farming more fish, but about doing it in a way that helps preserve ecosystems. For example, reducing the use of antibiotics, improving water...

This week's a little different but I hope you enjoy it nonetheless. "Money" by Pink Floyd critiques the obsession with wealth and profit—a fitting commentary on Friedman's shareholder primacy model. The song captures the irony of how money, while necessary, can compromise integrity, echoing concerns about a purely profit-driven...

I gathered some funds and was able to donate a little more today.

I Learned about the Legacy of Redlining a little more and it peaked my interest even more.

This day kind of got away from me as it was a super busy day. But here I still made sure to do some things.