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Enabling Change: Individual Emission Reduction in Lawrence - Douglas County
Ray, Aden Spilker, Calvin Souser, Madeline Kaustinen, Maya Wise, Megan Harris, Paige
Ray, Aden
Spilker, Calvin
Souser, Madeline
Kaustinen, Maya
Wise, Megan
Harris, Paige
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This project investigates how Douglas County residents can effectively reduce their personal GHG emissions and how the Douglas County League of Women Voters can support those efforts through position and policy statements. Drawing on historical and current environmental policy trends, a comprehensive literature review, and survey responses from over 230 community members, this report identifies key barriers and opportunities for emission reduction. Findings reveal that while community members value sustainable practices, cost and accessibility can often limit their ability to implement meaningful change. The project offers targeted policy recommendations, including expanding access to solar subsidies, promoting home weatherization programs, and enhancing environmental education across Douglas County. By bridging policy advocacy with accessible individual actions, Douglas County has the potential to serve as a model for inclusive, community-driven climate progress.
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This capstone was submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for EVRN 615, taught by Dr. Kelly Kindscher and Dr. Ali Brox
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2025-04-25
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League of Women Voters, GHG emissions