Prior to working on this project, our teachers along with Maui Huliau educated us on the global problem of Human caused Climate Change. While learning about this the severity of climate change became apparent to me and the topic of food waste really caught my attention. When researching about food waste I realized that by address this singular problem in Maui, we would reduce hunger; our reliance on out of state providers; and transportation, all while decreasing methane levels and creating natural fertilizers that act as carbon sinks. Using this topic my group and I then created a website presenting our solution.
Why I Chose to Base my Exhibition on this Project
I chose to base my exhibition off of this project because it demonstrates how one problem creates a cycle of problems. Creating our solutions not only addressed the problem of food waste but ultimately could turn Maui into a sustainable community.
HOW THIS ASSIGNMENT DEMONSTRATES MY GROWTH
This project demonstrates my growth as I was able to work with a group of people in a time efficient manner. In the past I have easily become distracted when working with others. Therefore, I believe I have grown as a team worker. I was also able to apply the knowledge I had gained throughout the quarter to produce a well thought out solution.
THE 21ST CENTURY SKILL REPRESENTED IN THIS ASSIGNMENT
This project addressed many 21st Century Skills. Using thinking and problem solving skills we brainstormed different solutions and concluded large scale composting would best benefit Maui County. I also used Global Awareness Skills when learning about human caused climate change and becoming educated on a global problem.
AREAS OF IMPROVEMENT WITHIN THIS PROJECT
I think our group worked very well together and ultimately produced a great website. I wish we could have received responses from the companies we contacted but I am proud of our solution and team working abilities. I did struggle in the beginning when retaining the information from this quarter as it was quite overwhelming. But after completing this project I have learned about the importance of simple lifestyle habits and how these actions could have a global impact.