This memo discusses the problem of water pollution harming Hawaii's wildlife and recommends educating the public and implementing changes to address it. Specifically, the memo recommends educating people about harmful pollutants through school programs and presentations, informing them on proper disposal of toxic chemicals, and increasing trash cans in populated areas to reduce littering which damages the ecosystem and endangered species like sea turtles.
This memo discusses the problem of water pollution harming Hawaii's wildlife and recommends educating the public and implementing changes to address it. Specifically, the memo recommends educating people about harmful pollutants through school programs and presentations, informing them on proper disposal of toxic chemicals, and increasing trash cans in populated areas to reduce littering which damages the ecosystem and endangered species like sea turtles.
This memo discusses the problem of water pollution harming Hawaii's wildlife and recommends educating the public and implementing changes to address it. Specifically, the memo recommends educating people about harmful pollutants through school programs and presentations, informing them on proper disposal of toxic chemicals, and increasing trash cans in populated areas to reduce littering which damages the ecosystem and endangered species like sea turtles.
This memo discusses the problem of water pollution harming Hawaii's wildlife and recommends educating the public and implementing changes to address it. Specifically, the memo recommends educating people about harmful pollutants through school programs and presentations, informing them on proper disposal of toxic chemicals, and increasing trash cans in populated areas to reduce littering which damages the ecosystem and endangered species like sea turtles.
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Date: June 23, 2020
To: Magdalena Carey, Naturalist of HWF
From: Krupa Rupani, Research Scientist Subject: Changes Needed to Protect Hawaii’s Endangered Species Action Required: Demand change and raise awareness for pollution. Distribution List: HWF Committee
Pollution is a nationwide problem that many are aware of but are not fully aware of the impact it may have if not handled properly. Pollution impacts the healthy balance of the ecosystem and it is important to take action before it is too late. There are many types of pollution, however, water pollution is what we are discussing, because marine life is in great danger. As a part of HWF, we need to make stronger plans on attacking pollution that is impacting the wildlife of Hawaii. The overall point was brought up in my previous email to HWF about the issue and the importance of bringing changes.
Summary In this memo, I will discuss the problem and the changes that are necessary to reduce water pollution. Water pollution is a disruption of balance in the ecosystem due to excessive waste impacting the environment. Pollution harms not just animals, but humans as well. The main step we should take now is educating people on actions such as how to dispose of chemicals properly and setting up more trash cans in populated areas to reduce the amount of litter. The memo will inform the audience the importance of being educated about this topic, disposing toxic chemicals properly, and what littering is and how it is harmful to the environment.
Problem Education Educating people about the harmful water pollutants impacting wildlife and possibly humans as well soon is one of the most important steps. Human activities are one of the top reasons for endangered species in the first place. The more educated one is about a topic that impacts them, the more likely they can build an attitude and take actions to help compared to someone that is not educated about the impact.
Disposing Toxic Chemicals Properly
Some chemicals are not supposed to go down the drain such as bleach, paint, and paint thinners, however, due to many people not being aware it ends up in the drains. It is important to educate people and notify them that there are recycling centers in many communities where they can dispose of them properly. According to Better Health Channel, if toxic chemicals are not disposed properly it may be buried in gardens meaning they may leach into the groundwater affected plants, which may affect animals as well (Hazardous Waste). When plants are impacted so are the consumers of plants, which is why it raises concern.
Littering Littering is an issue that is nationwide and needs immediate attention. According to Sunny Sports, Hawaii has been facing great challenges with its growing trash problem since 2011 (The Growing Trash Problem In Hawaii). Hawaii’s growing trash problem is threatening the wildlife of Hawaii, especially the endangered species such as the Green Sea Turtle. Animals often mistake plastic for food and consume, which damages their body and may kill them. Educating people on the importance of not littering and holding on to any trash until they see a garbage can is very important. The more they know about littering the less likely they are to litter due to being knowledgeable of the consequences. Animals are negatively impacted through littering when humans can easily control where their trash goes.
Conclusion Even though the main point of the discussion was water pollution, it can be noted that pollution is destructive to our environment, wildlife, and humans. As members of HWF, we need to take steps in educating people and providing people with resources that may help reduce the acts of littering. The issue can no longer be taken lightly, due to the result of water pollution constantly increasing.
Recommendations Our team recommends making several changes due to the situation. As a team, we can request Stacy Breining who works as an educator with HWF to continue educating schools on islands about marine life, however, to also educate the harm that human activities cause to marine life and how to prevent it. Going to schools and having fundraiser programs is a great start for children to interact and act upon this progress of change. Educating young minds about the environment will only brighten and help our future and the environment.
One way we can educate adults about how to dispose of their toxic chemicals is through delivering newsletters, hosting a presentation at an aquarium, and using social media to spread the information about toxic chemicals impacting wildlife. The more attention an issue is given, the more likely people will research and act upon ways to reduce pollution as well as encourage others.
It is important to find ways to reduce littering because it harms animals and human health. Increasing the number of garbage and recycling cans in populated attractions such as beaches and parks may help tremendously when it comes to reducing trash findings in places where it does not belong. Encouraging people to report litterers is also a good step because people will begin to take it seriously if people begin to report. References Department of Health & Human Services. “Hazardous Waste.” Better Health Channel, Department of Health & Human Services, 31 Aug. 2014, www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/hazardous-waste.
“The Growing Trash Problem In Hawaii.” Sunny Sports, 2018,
