but will people do it?: behavior modification strategies for source reduction activities

But Will People Do It?: Behavior Modification Strategies for Source Reduction Activities Shannon JuddEnvironmental Education/Outreach CoordinatorFond du Lac Band of Lake Superior ChippewaITEP Source Reduction TrainingSeptember 2011

But Will People Do It?Reasons People Do Something

Because they have to.Because they want to.Because its the right thing to do.Because it helps solve another issue.

But Will People Do It?Reasons People Dont Do Something

Knowledge or AwarenessTimeConvenienceBeliefs and Values

But Will they Do It?Strategies for Behavior ModificationDevelop ordinances and policies to deal with solid waste management issuesProvide equally-accessible alternativesMeasure and demonstrate financial benefitsTry trial-runs or small-scale pilot projectsGet the community involved in the building processConduct Education and Outreach

Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Waste Management and Recycling OrdinanceAdopted 1993, Amended 2003Open Burning and Recycling language includedFines Imposed

Available and Accessible FacilitiesFond du Lac Transfer Station

Fond du Lac Transfer Station

Environmentally Preferable Purchasing Policy

Start small include one division or program and expand to other areasLimit research needed to find green products easy guide on what is best, better, and least desirableDo not start from scratchthere are many examples out there

Policies and OrdinancesAllow for public input during the processMake the policies, ordinances and consequences knownEnforce them!Provide assistance with compliance when new policies in place

Show the Financial BenefitsKeep track of tonnage, numbers, costDetermine the cost of proposed investment and cost of no action if applicableCalculate the payback periodSimple payback = Cost of Investment/Annual SavingsBaler Example: $10,600/$14,000 = .76 yearConsider developing an incentive program

Trial Runs and Pilot ProjectsImplement changes in stagesStart a project in one location or one part of a locationBe persistent, yet patientRemain actively involved in the process Encourage and recognize the efforts of those involved

Environmental Outreach Explain whyGet the kids involvedRelate efforts to resources significant to the communityGet people outside and involved what is appreciated will be protectedUse various media radio station, newspaper, video, hands-on activities, signage Share your own experiencesMake connections with community members

Community EducatorsEarth Day Bags: www.earthdaybags.orgChildren are our most valuable teachers!

Recycling at Tribal Center 4th Grade

Recycling Volunteers!

Community Health Fair

Community Event RecyclingRecycling bins set up at powwows with banner promoting stewardship

Recycling bins made available to anyone hosting an event; waste site crew sets up and takes down

Going Green WorkshopsOffered at staff and community gatheringsSimple, inexpensive things to reduce waste, save energy and save moneyHands-on activity: Make a non-toxic homemade cleaner to take home and useCleaning Scrubber: Baking soda, liquid dishsoap, glycerin (if storing)

Rain BarrelsMake-your-own Rain Barrel PacketsRain Barrel Workshop

Rain Barrels and Compost BinsEarth Machine - $44.00Systern Rain Barrel - $55

Outreach ActivitiesFond du Lac Environmental Stewardship Project~Environmental Stewardship Videohttp://www.fdlrez.com/newnr/environ/envstewardvid.htm

~Environmental Stewardship Brochurehttp://www.fdlrez.com/newnr/environ/stewardship.pdf

Outreach Activities

Renewable Energy ProgramSolar Air Heating Systems

Renewable Energy

Solar Power at FdL Ojibwe School Powwow grounds

Ganawenjigewin Maawanjiidiwin Taking Care of Things Festival Farmers Market for Local Artisans and Food ProducersHands-on Activities to highlight programsRecycle to win!Fire Safety and Tree GiveawaySwap Your Stuff!! Free Rummage SalePresentations on significant current issues

Share your Experiences

Waste Vegetable Oil

Shannon JuddEnvironmental Education Outreach CoordinatorFond du Lac Band of Lake Superior ChippewaPhone: (218)878-7123Email: [email protected]: www.fdlrez.com/newnr.htm

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