Sustainability Facts Researcher

Positions available: 1 We need to hire a researcher with journalism skills to help us create 352 sustainable consumption facts and tips for a new feature we are adding to our app. Although this project is research heavy, it is perfect for an individual who considers themselves to be an eco-conscious consumer. The research will include: Creating facts and tips connected to our app's 5 Factors for Sustainable Consumption from verified sources. Writing the facts and tips in a social media friendly structure.

Sustainable Farm and Ranch Development

GRO is a comprehensive agricultural research organization headquartered out of Westlock, Alberta with a dedicated pasture quarter and many off site annual mono and polyculture trials, including perennial wheat, quinoa, humate and other tests to help local producers deteremine the most economic, sustainable, regenerative means of production that would be applicable for their operation. Related SDG(s): Zero hunger, Good health and well-being, Responsible consumption and production, Climate action, Life on land Project Options: (There are multiple options here, they do not all need to be completed as part of a single project) Sustainable Farm and Ranch Development: As a part of the larger Alternative Management of Marginal Land Project at GRO, students could take a step back and look at current agricultural production for opportunities to recommend enhancements in use of marginal land, including: Identifying practical current and innovative methods of carbon capture and storage on annually cropped land. Improving the understanding and use of forage production with the most marginal of land in north central Alberta Reviewing opportunities and methods of reducing external crop inputs in annual cropping Studying and reporting on the advantages and disadvantages of riparian area establishment in cropped marginal land Creating short and long term strategies for alternative management of alternative cropping of marginal land. Recommending strategies to support the mental health and well being of producers as they transition to more regenerative practices. Our local producers, professionals and consultants in the area would be available for students to discuss, virtually and potentially in person, their opinions, practical experience and research into these enhancements.