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| 553 | stevie |
February 13, 2016 18:08
| about 8 years ago
Industrial sand mining is subject to certain regulations at the state level, but most of the decisions and oversight occur at the local or county level. Industrial sand mining operations have to obtain and comply with air permits that are part of the federally-approved State Implementation Plan, and water permits that are part of the Areawide Water Quality Management Plan. However, many of the state-level regulations may be insufficient to protect communities and their environments from the detrimental impacts of frac sand mining. Mine operations, the siting and zoning of new mines, and the mine reclamation plans are regulated by local government. Thus, working effectively with local government and utilizing the authority that resides with local agencies is essential in advocating around frac sand issues. This document includes brief summaries of the types of policies and stipulations that communities have used to address potential new or ongoing frac sand mining operations in their counties. Several groups have put together more extensive documentation, including tools like sample town ordinances, and links to those excellent resources are included at the end of this wiki. Quick tips on working with Local GovernmentHere are a few practices that can contribute to your success working with local government:
Local policy tools that can be used to address frac sand miningIn Wisconsin, there are several local policy tools that communities can use to empower themselves when facing frac sand mining issues. Examples of policies and tactics that have been used by communities are included below. Many of these tools are more discussed more thoroughly in publications listed in the Useful Resources section. Zoning policies:Cities or villages can enact zoning policies that separate land used for different purposes, like agricultural, residential, or industrial usage. Some of the reasons local government can adopt zoning policies include: protection of public health and safety, protection of community natural and cultural resources (e.g. farmland, groundwater, historical sites), and protection of public and private investments (Center for Land Use Planning, 2007). However, before a city or village writes a zoning ordinance, they must first ensure that they have the authority to do so by adopting village powers through Wisconsin state statutes. See this primer on zoning ordinances from UWSP. Cities and villages also must “develop a comprehensive plan to outline how they want development to proceed in their jurisdiction, and zoning ordinances must conform to these plans” (Civil Society Institute, 2014). Licensing Ordinances (or Non-Zoning Ordinances)In situations where towns do not choose to enact zoning ordinances, they can adopt licensing ordinances, which can include performance standards for daily operations. Licensing ordinances can allow towns to conditionally approve sand mining and processing facilities and set operational parameters such as truck traffic, hours of operation, noise, and light pollution. Licensing ordinance also grant the town the authority to deny a permit if the:…development and operation of the proposed nonmetallic mine is not in the best interests of the citizens of the Town...” (Civil Society Institute, 2014). The Town of Cooks Valley was one of the first to adopt a licensing ordinance such as described, and it was challenged by the frac sand industry, but was ultimately upheld by the Wisconsin Supreme Court (Pearson, 2013). MoratoriaCities, towns, and villages (but not counties) have the authority to enact a moratorium on development of a sand mining operation. Moratoria are not indefinite -- they halt activity so that local authorities can better assess the potential impacts of the mining operation before it is completed and develop a regulatory framework for it, and moratoria usually last for 1-3 years (Wisconsin Farmer’s Union Toolbox for Towns, 2015). One stipulation is that moratoria require a public health official or licenced engineer to file a written report verifying the reason for the moratorium. (Center for LandUse Education, 2012). To end the moratorium (or extend negotiations), towns can “impose requirements in addition to or exceeding the minimum standards if it has evidence that the public health safety and welfare will not be adequately protected without the imposition of additional measures” (Wisconsin Farmer’s Union Toolbox for Towns, 2015). This method of “putting on the brakes” through a moratorium has been effective to halt incoming sand mining operations in Trempealeau County, WI. (Civil Society Institute, 2014). Development Agreements and Highway AgreementsDevelopment and Highway Agreements are negotiated between towns and mining companies, and can be a lower-threshold to achieving operational stipulations (such as noise limits or road use) than licensing ordinances. Development agreements usually address issues related to noise, property value impacts, and bond requirements; highway agreements usually address issues related to road usage, maintenance, and repairs (Wisconsin Counties Association, 2013). Reclamation plansEach mining operation is required by state law to obtain a reclamation permit before they begin activities, including clearing the land. The reclamation plan submitted by the mine owner to the town or county needs to address how and where it will store the topsoil it removes for mining operations, how it will replace the topsoil after operations cease, and how it will prepare the land for its next intended use. It’s important to note that the next intended use of the land after it has been mined can very rarely be the same as what it was used for before the land was mined. This is partly because what was once a hillside would then be flat, changing several important factors including solar incidence and water drainage, and because the land use following reclamation must be a “beneficial use” which can be interpreted to preclude agricultural use. The local regulating body assessing reclamation plans and issuing reclamation permits is typically the county, but cities and villages can have the ability to enact a reclamation ordinance for more localized control (Center for Landuse Education, 2012). Several counties have taken close examination of reclamation plans in their fight against frac sand mining. Buffalo County was able to halt an incoming mine by arguing that the reclamation plan submitted by that mining company was insufficient in its projected restoration, and residents of Chippewa County have argued that a reclamation plan’s intended use was not alligned with the counties comprehenisve plan (see note on Chippewa County). Strengthening Advocacy EffortsBuilding a Support BaseMany communities facing the rapid development of the frac sand mining industry are not seasoned environmental justice advocates, and may find themselves becoming involved in politics and environmental protection for the first time. A culture of self-reliance can lead to isolated, newly minted community advocates standing up against veteran industry lobbyists. However, regional connections between communities facing frac sand mining, and connections to communities facing other parts of the oil and gas industry process (e.g. fracking), have been successful in broadening and strengthening community support. Groups from different townships have formed alliances, such as the Save the Hills Alliance, to share information and resources, learning from each other’s experiences. Regionally focused nonprofit organizations, such as the Midwest Environmental Advocates and Wisconsin Farmer’s Union, have produced resources to aid the entire region as well. To raise awareness and garner support from outside the region, some communities have developed relationships with communities facing hydraulic fracturing (where the frac sand is being used as proppant) and natural gas compressor stations (where the gas from fracking is condensed for use). There is a lot of national attention on the environmental hazards of hydraulic fracturing, and gaining visibility as part of that whole gas production process will be important in leveraging public pressure for better mining regulations. Please read (Pearson, 2013) for further explanation of community organizing and networking. Being ready for industry tacticsThe more that communities are prepared for the potentially divisive issues they may face, and the tactics used by industry spokespeople to denounce community concerns, the higher their likelihood of success. Communities who have faced frac sand mining operations have said that decisions around granting mining permits have caused strife between landowners. A central question in many town debates involves the ideals of one person’s property rights versus another person’s property values, and the rights of one landowner to permanently alter a shared landscape (Pearson, 2013). Being prepared for conversations such as these, prior to entering into an urgent situation with a mining company applying for a permit, may help communities navigate difficult conversations and situations. There are certain tactics that industry groups frequently use to unsettle community members that advocate against them. Being prepared for industry arguments may help keep communities motivated. According to (Pearson, 2013), common industry tactics include: Insisting that community members don’t understand the science behind airborne particles or water quality and quantity issues Touting job creation as the primary economic factor without discussing negative financial consequences of mining activity Strategically marketing themselves as “good neighbors” and avoiding negative publicity like lawsuits Normalizing sand mining as harmless and something that has been done for centuries Communities can be aware of these common tactics to prepare arguments to counteract them. Example arguments used to halt mining operationsA few examples of arguments communities have used to halt sand mining in their areas are described on community blogs. Some of these examples include: Communities asserting improper reclamation plans: Breezy Point Mine - Mikey O’Connor of Buffalo County Chippewa County - Johnne Smalley, of Chippewa County Communities working to protect other revenue sources, like the tourism and recreation corridor. - Mikey O’Connor of Buffalo County Communities advocating around public health and safety impacts, especially in hauling sand. - Mikey O’Connor of Buffalo County Useful Resources:Documents from Mikey O’Connor that are helpful for communities fighting frac sand mining industries. Wisconsin Farmer’s Union Toolbox for Towns which includes examples of agreements, ordinances, and law summaries. (Planning and Zoning for “Frac Sand” Mining, Center for Landuse Education, https://www.uwsp.edu/cnr-ap/clue/Documents/Mining/FracSand1.pdf) (Civil Society Institute, 2014) provides a detailed look at many issues facine communities in the frac sand boom area. Wisconsin Counties Association. Frac Sand Task Force Best Practices Handbook. 2013 |
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| 552 | stevie |
February 13, 2016 18:05
| about 8 years ago
Industrial sand mining is subject to certain regulations at the state level, but most of the decisions and oversight occur at the local or county level. Industrial sand mining operations have to obtain and comply with air permits that are part of the federally-approved State Implementation Plan, and water permits that are part of the Areawide Water Quality Management Plan. However, many of the state-level regulations may be insufficient to protect communities and their environments from the detrimental impacts of frac sand mining. Mine operations, the siting and zoning of new mines, and the mine reclamation plans are regulated by local government. Thus, working effectively with local government and utilizing the authority that resides with local agencies is essential in advocating around frac sand issues. This document includes brief summaries of the types of policies and stipulations that communities have used to address potential new or ongoing frac sand mining operations in their counties. Several groups have put together more extensive documentation, including tools like sample town ordinances, and links to those excellent resources are included at the end of this wiki. Quick tips on working with Local GovernmentHere are a few practices that can contribute to your success working with local government: Be specific with your asks of the government and government personnel. Prior to meeting with government officials, have clear, written requests that have actions associated with them (e.g. ask them to monitor a specific location rather than asking them to ensure clean air). Ensure that you are asking government personnel requests that they have the authority to do. People in many positions may be able to tell you “no” and it is generally a much more limited list of people who are able to say “yes” to your requests. Make sure you are speaking with the person who has the authority to help you. Demonstrate public support of your opinion or ask. Develop a group statement and get signatures, especially of landowners. Make sure that you highlight the support of people who are residents to whom the government official is responsible, such as their specific district or township. Recognize and discuss economic factors. Decisions at nearly all levels have to evaluate the economic consequences of various actions and inaction. Be proactive in discussing the economic factors involved in the situation you address. In situations that do not readily appear to be economically in your favor, think critically about other related economic factors. For example, while a sand mine might bring in some tax revenue and create some local jobs, if the mining company is not local, a lot of money will not be retained locally, and the financial impacts of necessary road repairs and loss of agro-tourism revenue may prove to be a net economic negative for the municipality. Utilize existing means for public participation. In many permitting and zoning procedures there are mandatory periods for public comment and public hearings. Respond to the comment periods and be vocal at local hearings, since those are already established avenues for public critique, and often the only public critique companies have to address. Utilize those avenues, in addition to asserting participation by other means. Local policy tools that can be used to address frac sand miningIn Wisconsin, there are several local policy tools that communities can use to empower themselves when facing frac sand mining issues. Examples of policies and tactics that have been used by communities are included below. Many of these tools are more discussed more thoroughly in publications listed in the Useful Resources section. Zoning policies:Cities or villages can enact zoning policies that separate land used for different purposes, like agricultural, residential, or industrial usage. Some of the reasons local government can adopt zoning policies include: protection of public health and safety, protection of community natural and cultural resources (e.g. farmland, groundwater, historical sites), and protection of public and private investments (Center for Land Use Planning, 2007). However, before a city or village writes a zoning ordinance, they must first ensure that they have the authority to do so by adopting village powers through Wisconsin state statutes. See this primer on zoning ordinances from UWSP. Cities and villages also must “develop a comprehensive plan to outline how they want development to proceed in their jurisdiction, and zoning ordinances must conform to these plans” (Civil Society Institute, 2014). Licensing Ordinances (or Non-Zoning Ordinances)In situations where towns do not choose to enact zoning ordinances, they can adopt licensing ordinances, which can include performance standards for daily operations. Licensing ordinances can allow towns to conditionally approve sand mining and processing facilities and set operational parameters such as truck traffic, hours of operation, noise, and light pollution. Licensing ordinance also grant the town the authority to deny a permit if the:…development and operation of the proposed nonmetallic mine is not in the best interests of the citizens of the Town...” (Civil Society Institute, 2014). The Town of Cooks Valley was one of the first to adopt a licensing ordinance such as described, and it was challenged by the frac sand industry, but was ultimately upheld by the Wisconsin Supreme Court (Pearson, 2013). MoratoriaCities, towns, and villages (but not counties) have the authority to enact a moratorium on development of a sand mining operation. Moratoria are not indefinite -- they halt activity so that local authorities can better assess the potential impacts of the mining operation before it is completed and develop a regulatory framework for it, and moratoria usually last for 1-3 years (Wisconsin Farmer’s Union Toolbox for Towns, 2015). One stipulation is that moratoria require a public health official or licenced engineer to file a written report verifying the reason for the moratorium. (Center for LandUse Education, 2012). To end the moratorium (or extend negotiations), towns can “impose requirements in addition to or exceeding the minimum standards if it has evidence that the public health safety and welfare will not be adequately protected without the imposition of additional measures” (Wisconsin Farmer’s Union Toolbox for Towns, 2015). This method of “putting on the brakes” through a moratorium has been effective to halt incoming sand mining operations in Trempealeau County, WI. (Civil Society Institute, 2014). Development Agreements and Highway AgreementsDevelopment and Highway Agreements are negotiated between towns and mining companies, and can be a lower-threshold to achieving operational stipulations (such as noise limits or road use) than licensing ordinances. Development agreements usually address issues related to noise, property value impacts, and bond requirements; highway agreements usually address issues related to road usage, maintenance, and repairs (Wisconsin Counties Association, 2013). Reclamation plansEach mining operation is required by state law to obtain a reclamation permit before they begin activities, including clearing the land. The reclamation plan submitted by the mine owner to the town or county needs to address how and where it will store the topsoil it removes for mining operations, how it will replace the topsoil after operations cease, and how it will prepare the land for its next intended use. It’s important to note that the next intended use of the land after it has been mined can very rarely be the same as what it was used for before the land was mined. This is partly because what was once a hillside would then be flat, changing several important factors including solar incidence and water drainage, and because the land use following reclamation must be a “beneficial use” which can be interpreted to preclude agricultural use. The local regulating body assessing reclamation plans and issuing reclamation permits is typically the county, but cities and villages can have the ability to enact a reclamation ordinance for more localized control (Center for Landuse Education, 2012). Several counties have taken close examination of reclamation plans in their fight against frac sand mining. Buffalo County was able to halt an incoming mine by arguing that the reclamation plan submitted by that mining company was insufficient in its projected restoration, and residents of Chippewa County have argued that a reclamation plan’s intended use was not alligned with the counties comprehenisve plan (see note on Chippewa County). Strengthening Advocacy EffortsBuilding a Support BaseMany communities facing the rapid development of the frac sand mining industry are not seasoned environmental justice advocates, and may find themselves becoming involved in politics and environmental protection for the first time. A culture of self-reliance can lead to isolated, newly minted community advocates standing up against veteran industry lobbyists. However, regional connections between communities facing frac sand mining, and connections to communities facing other parts of the oil and gas industry process (e.g. fracking), have been successful in broadening and strengthening community support. Groups from different townships have formed alliances, such as the Save the Hills Alliance, to share information and resources, learning from each other’s experiences. Regionally focused nonprofit organizations, such as the Midwest Environmental Advocates and Wisconsin Farmer’s Union, have produced resources to aid the entire region as well. To raise awareness and garner support from outside the region, some communities have developed relationships with communities facing hydraulic fracturing (where the frac sand is being used as proppant) and natural gas compressor stations (where the gas from fracking is condensed for use). There is a lot of national attention on the environmental hazards of hydraulic fracturing, and gaining visibility as part of that whole gas production process will be important in leveraging public pressure for better mining regulations. Please read (Pearson, 2013) for further explanation of community organizing and networking. Being ready for industry tacticsThe more that communities are prepared for the potentially divisive issues they may face, and the tactics used by industry spokespeople to denounce community concerns, the higher their likelihood of success. Communities who have faced frac sand mining operations have said that decisions around granting mining permits have caused strife between landowners. A central question in many town debates involves the ideals of one person’s property rights versus another person’s property values, and the rights of one landowner to permanently alter a shared landscape (Pearson, 2013). Being prepared for conversations such as these, prior to entering into an urgent situation with a mining company applying for a permit, may help communities navigate difficult conversations and situations. There are certain tactics that industry groups frequently use to unsettle community members that advocate against them. Being prepared for industry arguments may help keep communities motivated. According to (Pearson, 2013), common industry tactics include: Insisting that community members don’t understand the science behind airborne particles or water quality and quantity issues Touting job creation as the primary economic factor without discussing negative financial consequences of mining activity Strategically marketing themselves as “good neighbors” and avoiding negative publicity like lawsuits Normalizing sand mining as harmless and something that has been done for centuries Communities can be aware of these common tactics to prepare arguments to counteract them. Example arguments used to halt mining operationsA few examples of arguments communities have used to halt sand mining in their areas are described on community blogs. Some of these examples include: Communities asserting improper reclamation plans: Breezy Point Mine - Mikey O’Connor of Buffalo County Chippewa County - Johnne Smalley, of Chippewa County Communities working to protect other revenue sources, like the tourism and recreation corridor. - Mikey O’Connor of Buffalo County Communities advocating around public health and safety impacts, especially in hauling sand. - Mikey O’Connor of Buffalo County Useful Resources:Documents from Mikey O’Connor that are helpful for communities fighting frac sand mining industries. Wisconsin Farmer’s Union Toolbox for Towns which includes examples of agreements, ordinances, and law summaries. (Planning and Zoning for “Frac Sand” Mining, Center for Landuse Education, https://www.uwsp.edu/cnr-ap/clue/Documents/Mining/FracSand1.pdf) (Civil Society Institute, 2014) provides a detailed look at many issues facine communities in the frac sand boom area. Wisconsin Counties Association. Frac Sand Task Force Best Practices Handbook. 2013 |
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| 551 | mathew |
February 12, 2016 00:02
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Industrial Sand Mining in Western Wisconsin:Resources for Environmental Monitoring and AdvocacyWelcome to the frac sand mining wiki. Included in these interlinking wikis are information, tools and resources related to the frac sand issue. This page serves as: 1) the landing page for projects, people and ideas related to the frac sand mining issue, 2) a learning experience for those interested in exploring what frac sand mining is and what people have done about it, and 3) a jump off spot for what could be done in the future regarding frac sand mining. Like all Public Lab wiki’s, this page, and all those attached are editable. So if you don’t see something there that should be, edit the page and add it! Who is this wiki for?This wiki is an editable resource for anyone interested in:
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| 550 | gretchengehrke |
February 11, 2016 22:32
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Industrial Sand Mining in Western Wisconsin:Resources for Environmental Monitoring and AdvocacyWelcome to the frac sand mining wiki. Included in these interlinking wikis are information, tools and resources related to the frac sand issue. This page serves as: 1) the landing page for projects, people and ideas related to the frac sand mining issue, 2) a learning experience for those interested in exploring what frac sand mining is and what people have done about it, and 3) a jump off spot for what could be done in the future regarding frac sand mining. Like all Public Lab wiki’s, this page, and all those attached are editable. So if you don’t see something there that should be, edit the page and add it! Who is this wiki for?This wiki is an editable resource for anyone interested in:
Table of Contents
Research in progress and Wikispower-tag to research notes and wikis tagged with "silica", "particulate matter", "dust", "wisconsin", and "frac sand" |
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| 549 | stevie |
February 11, 2016 22:15
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Industrial Sand Mining in Western Wisconsin:Resources for Environmental Monitoring and AdvocacyWelcome to the frac sand mining wiki. Included in the wiki is information, tools and resources related to the frac sand issue. This page serves as: 1) the landing page for projects, people and ideas related to the frac sand mining issue, 2) a learning experience for those interested in exploring what frac sand mining is and what people have done about it, and 3) a jump off spot for what could be done in the future regarding frac sand mining. Like all Public Lab wiki’s, this page, and all those attached are editable. So if you don’t see something there that should be, edit the page and add it! Who is this wiki for?This wiki is an editable resource for anyone interested in:
Table of Contents
Research in progress and Wikispower-tag to research notes and wikis tagged with "silica", "particulate matter", "dust", "wisconsin", and "frac sand" |
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| 548 | stevie |
February 11, 2016 22:14
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Industrial Sand Mining in Western Wisconsin:Resources for Environmental Monitoring and AdvocacyWelcome to the frac sand mining wiki. Included in the wiki is information, tools and resources related to the frac sand issue. This page serves as: 1) the landing page for projects, people and ideas related to the frac sand mining issue, 2) a learning experience for those interested in exploring what frac sand mining is and what people have done about it, and 3) a jump off spot for what could be done in the future regarding frac sand mining. Like all Public Lab wiki’s, this page, and all those attached are editable. So if you don’t see something there that should be, edit the page and add it! Who is this wiki for?This wiki is an editable resource for anyone interested in: - learning about the frac sand issue, - looking to connect with others on the issue or projects, - compiling resources people can use in the fight against frac sand mining, or - exploring options to take in their community to address frac sand mining. Table of Contents
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| 547 | stevie |
February 11, 2016 22:11
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Industrial Sand Mining in Western Wisconsin:Resources for Environmental Monitoring and AdvocacyWelcome to the frac sand mining wiki. Included in the wiki is information, tools and resources related to the frac sand issue. This page serves as: 1) the landing page for projects, people and ideas related to the frac sand mining issue, 2) a learning experience for those interested in exploring what frac sand mining is and what people have done about it, and 3) a jump off spot for what could be done in the future regarding frac sand mining. Like all Public Lab wiki’s, this page, and all those attached are editable. So if you don’t see something there that should be, edit the page and add it! Table of Contents
Research in progress and Wikispower-tag to research notes and wikis tagged with "silica", "particulate matter", "dust", "wisconsin", and "frac sand" |
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| 546 | stevie |
February 11, 2016 21:58
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Industrial Sand Mining in Western Wisconsin:Resources for Environmental Monitoring and AdvocacyWelcome to the frac sand mining wiki. Included in the wiki is information, tools and resources related to the frac sand issue. This page serves as: 1) the landing page for projects, people and ideas related to the frac sand mining issue, 2) a learning experience for those interested in exploring what frac sand mining is and what people have done about it, and 3) a jump off spot for what could be done in the future regarding frac sand mining. Like all Public Lab wiki’s, this page, and all those attached are editable. So if you don’t see something there that should be, edit the page and add it! Who is this wiki for?Table of Contents
Research in progress and Wikispower-tag to research notes and wikis tagged with "silica", "particulate matter", "dust", "wisconsin", and "frac sand" |
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| 545 | stevie |
February 11, 2016 21:57
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Industrial Sand Mining in Western Wisconsin: Resources for Environmental Monitoring and AdvocacyWelcome to the frac sand mining wiki. Included in the wiki is information, tools and resources related to the frac sand issue. This page serves as: 1) the landing page for projects, people and ideas related to the frac sand mining issue, 2) a learning experience for those interested in exploring what frac sand mining is and what people have done about it, and 3) a jump off spot for what could be done in the future regarding frac sand mining. Like all Public Lab wiki’s, this page, and all those attached are editable. So if you don’t see something there that should be, edit the page and add it! Who is this wiki for?Table of Contents
Research in progress and Wikispower-tag to research notes and wikis tagged with "silica", "particulate matter", "dust", "wisconsin", and "frac sand" |
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| 544 | stevie |
February 11, 2016 21:56
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Industrial Sand Mining in Western Wisconsin: Resources for Environmental Monitoring and AdvocacyWelcome to the frac sand mining wiki. Included in the wiki is information, tools and resources related to the frac sand issue. This page serves as: 1) the landing page for projects, people and ideas related to the frac sand mining issue, 2) a learning experience for those interested in exploring what frac sand mining is and what people have done about it, and 3) a jump off spot for what could be done in the future regarding frac sand mining. Like all Public Lab wiki’s, this page, and all those attached are editable. So if you don’t see something there that should be, edit the page and add it! Who is this wiki for?Table of Contents
Research in progress and Wikispower-tag to research notes and wikis tagged with "silica", "particulate matter", "dust", "wisconsin", and "frac sand" |
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| 543 | stevie |
February 11, 2016 21:54
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Industrial Sand Mining in Western Wisconsin: Resources for Environmental Monitoring and AdvocacyWelcome to the frac sand mining wiki. Included in the wiki is information, tools and resources related to the frac sand issue. This page serves as: 1) the landing page for projects, people and ideas related to the frac sand mining issue, 2) a learning experience for those interested in exploring what frac sand mining is and what people have done about it, and 3) a jump off spot for what could be done in the future regarding frac sand mining. Like all Public Lab wiki’s, this page, and all those attached are editable. So if you don’t see something there that should be, edit the page and add it! Who is this wiki for?Table of ContentsBackground Informationbla bla bla People and PlacesThe first permitting for Frac Sand mining in Wisconsin started in late 2006 (Pearson, 2015). Since then, thousands of people have participated in the fight against the frac sand mining industry's negative effects. Learn more about the groups involved and what they are doing on the Wisconsin wiki page. Cited Reference: Pearson, T. 2015. Contested Landscapes. Particulate Matterbla bla bla Advocacy Leverage Pointsbla bla bla Action Oriented ResourcesThe Action Oriented Resources wiki compiles many tools people can use in fighting the frac sand issue. There are workshops on picking advocacy strategies, FAQs for setting up an environmental monitoring program, resources work working with the media, tools on reporting pollution and contact information for state and county regulators. Research in progress and Wikispower-tag to research notes and wikis tagged with "silica", "particulate matter", "dust", "wisconsin", and "frac sand" |
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| 542 | stevie |
February 11, 2016 21:53
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Industrial Sand Mining in Western Wisconsin: Resources for Environmental Monitoring and AdvocacyWelcome to the frac sand mining wiki. Included in the wiki is information, tools and resources related to the frac sand issue. This page serves as: 1) the landing page for projects, people and ideas related to the frac sand mining issue, 2) a learning experience for those interested in exploring what frac sand mining is and what people have done about it, and 3) a jump off spot for what could be done in the future regarding frac sand mining. Like all Public Lab wiki’s, this page, and all those attached are editable. So if you don’t see something there that should be, edit the page and add it! Who is this wiki for?Table of ContentsBackground Informationbla bla bla People and PlacesThe first permitting for Frac Sand mining in Wisconsin started in late 2006 (Pearson, 2015). Since then, thousands of people have participated in the fight against the frac sand mining industry's negative effects. Learn more about the groups involved and what they are doing on this page. Cited Reference: Pearson, T. 2015. Contested Landscapes. Particulate Matterbla bla bla Advocacy Leverage Pointsbla bla bla Action Oriented ResourcesThe Action Oriented Resources wiki compiles many tools people can use in fighting the frac sand issue. There are workshops on picking advocacy strategies, FAQs for setting up an environmental monitoring program, resources work working with the media, tools on reporting pollution and contact information for state and county regulators. Research in progress and Wikispower-tag to research notes and wikis tagged with "silica", "particulate matter", "dust", "wisconsin", and "frac sand" |
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| 541 | stevie |
February 11, 2016 21:50
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Industrial Sand Mining in Western Wisconsin: Resources for Environmental Monitoring and AdvocacyWelcome to the frac sand mining wiki. Included in the wiki is information, tools and resources related to the frac sand issue. This page serves as: 1) the landing page for projects, people and ideas related to the frac sand mining issue, 2) a learning experience for those interested in exploring what frac sand mining is and what people have done about it, and 3) a jump off spot for what could be done in the future regarding frac sand mining. Like all Public Lab wiki’s, this page, and all those attached are editable. So if you don’t see something there that should be, edit the page and add it! Who is this wiki for?Table of ContentsBackground Informationbla bla bla People and PlacesThe first permitting for Frac Sand mining in Wisconsin started in late 2006 (Pearson, 2015). Since then, thousands of people have participated in the fight against the frac sand mining industry's negative effects. Learn more about the groups involved and what they are doing on this page. Cited References: Pearson, T. 2015. Contested Landscapes. Particulate Matterbla bla bla Advocacy Leverage Pointsbla bla bla Action Oriented ResourcesThe Action Oriented Resources wiki compiles many tools people can use in fighting the frac sand issue. There are workshops on picking advocacy strategies, FAQs for setting up an environmental monitoring program, resources work working with the media, tools on reporting pollution and contact information for state and county regulators. Research in progress and Wikispower-tag to research notes and wikis tagged with "silica", "particulate matter", "dust", "wisconsin", and "frac sand" |
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| 540 | stevie |
February 11, 2016 21:50
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Industrial Sand Mining in Western Wisconsin: Resources for Environmental Monitoring and AdvocacyWelcome to the frac sand mining wiki. Included in the wiki is information, tools and resources related to the frac sand issue. This page serves as: 1) the landing page for projects, people and ideas related to the frac sand mining issue, 2) a learning experience for those interested in exploring what frac sand mining is and what people have done about it, and 3) a jump off spot for what could be done in the future regarding frac sand mining. Like all Public Lab wiki’s, this page, and all those attached are editable. So if you don’t see something there that should be, edit the page and add it! Who is this wiki for?Table of ContentsBackground Informationbla bla bla People and PlacesThe first permitting for Frac Sand mining in Wisconsin started in late 2006 (Pearson, 2015). Since then, thousands of people have participated in the fight against the frac sand mining industry's negative effects. Learn more about the groups involved and what they are doing on this page. Cited References: Pearson, T. 2015. Contested Landscapes. Particulate Matterbla bla bla Advocacy Leverage Pointsbla bla bla Action Oriented ResourcesThe Action Oriented Resources wiki compiles many tools people can use in fighting the frac sand issue. There are workshops on picking advocacy strategies, FAQs for setting up an environmental monitoring program, resources work working with the media, tools on reporting pollution and contact information for state and county regulators. Research in progress and Wikispower-tag to research notes and wikis tagged with "silica", "particulate matter", "dust", "wisconsin", and "frac sand" |
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February 11, 2016 21:48
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Industrial Sand Mining in Western Wisconsin: Resources for Environmental Monitoring and AdvocacyWelcome to the frac sand mining wiki. Included in the wiki is information, tools and resources related to the frac sand issue. This page serves as: 1) the landing page for projects, people and ideas related to the frac sand mining issue, 2) a learning experience for those interested in exploring what frac sand mining is and what people have done about it, and 3) a jump off spot for what could be done in the future regarding frac sand mining. Like all Public Lab wiki’s, this page, and all those attached are editable. So if you don’t see something there that should be, edit the page and add it! Who is this wiki for?Table of ContentsBackground Informationinfo to be transcluded from [Industrial Sand Mining on Nonmetallic Mining wiki] (https://publiclab.org/wiki/nonmetallicmining#Industrial+Sand+Mining) People and PlacesThe first permitting for Frac Sand mining in Wisconsin started in late 2006 (Pearson, 2015). Since then, thousands of people have participated in the fight against the frac sand mining industry's negative effects. Learn more about the groups involved and what they are doing on this page. Cited References: Pearson, T. 2015. Contested Landscapes. Particulate Matterbla bla bla Advocacy Leverage Pointsbla bla bla Action Oriented ResourcesThe Action Oriented Resources wiki compiles many tools people can use in fighting the frac sand issue. There are workshops on picking advocacy strategies, FAQs for setting up an environmental monitoring program, resources work working with the media, tools on reporting pollution and contact information for state and county regulators. Research in progress and Wikispower-tag to research notes and wikis tagged with "silica", "particulate matter", "dust", "wisconsin", and "frac sand" |
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February 11, 2016 21:48
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Industrial Sand Mining in Western Wisconsin: Resources for Environmental Monitoring and AdvocacyWelcome to the frac sand mining wiki. Included in the wiki is information, tools and resources related to the frac sand issue. This page serves as: 1) the landing page for projects, people and ideas related to the frac sand mining issue, 2) a learning experience for those interested in exploring what frac sand mining is and what people have done about it, and 3) a jump off spot for what could be done in the future regarding frac sand mining. Like all Public Lab wiki’s, this page, and all those attached are editable. So if you don’t see something there that should be, edit the page and add it! Who is this wiki for?Table of ContentsBackground Informationinfo to be transcluded from [Industrial Sand Mining on Nonmetallic Mining wiki] (https://publiclab.org/wiki/nonmetallicmining#Industrial+Sand+Mining) People and PlacesThe first permitting for Frac Sand mining in Wisconsin started in late 2006 (Pearson, 2015). Since then, thousands of people have participated in the fight against the frac sand mining industry's negative effects. Learn more about the groups involved and what they are doing on this page. Cited References: Pearson, T. 2015. Contested Landscapes. Particulate Matterbla bla bla Advocacy Leverage Pointsbla bla bla Action Oriented ResourcesThe Action Oriented Resources wiki compiles many tools people can use in fighting the frac sand issue. There are workshops on picking advocacy strategies, FAQs for setting up an environmental monitoring program, resources work working with the media, tools on reporting pollution and contact information for state and county regulators. Research in progress and Wikispower-tag to research notes and wikis tagged with "silica", "particulate matter", "dust", "wisconsin", and "frac sand" |
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February 08, 2016 20:42
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URL: http://publiclab.org/wiki/oil-testing-workshop-analyzing-and-sharing Back to Homebrew Workshops Overview Workshop 4: Analyzing your Data and Sharing BackDrafted by Gretchen Gehrke, Stevie Lewis, Liz Barry. Why (the Situation): We want to understand the graphs we created in Workshop 3. We want to know what are appropriate conclusions to draw from spectral information of oil. We want to clearly present and properly contextualize our conclusions. We want to share back to the community (Public Lab!) who created this workflow in order to improve it for everyone’s use in more effectively fighting petrochemical pollution. When: a two and a half (2.5) hour workshop, part of a four-part series. Where: a room with tables and chairs, where groups of ~6 people can sit together. What (the content): reading graphs of spectral information. For What (Achievement Based Objectives): In completing this four hour workshop, you will:
Notes for Facilitators:Estimated Time: two and a half hours Materials Needed:
Setting up the event: The poster board should be titled with the word “Analysis” and prepared with the words “Notes” “Questions” “Ideas” evenly spaced down the left hand side. Workshop Schedule:
Workshop Outline1. Introduction1.1 Who’s in the room? (10 minutes) Take a minute to read through the achievement based objectives on page 1 of your handout. Go around the room, with each person introducing themselves with their name, where they’re from, and the reason they are interested in being here today. If there are really a lot of people, then as a large group say names only, and then break into smaller groups at tables to share reasons, hopes, and expectations for attending. Facilitator’s heads-up: If you did Workshop 2 or 3, this is the same activity, feel free to modify it, but be sure to remind people about the tools and feedback to Public Lab.
2 Analyzing your data2.1 Visually assess your spectra (15 minutes) View the graphs you saved as image files in Workshop 3, or go back to spectralworkbench.org to find your sets. Take a close look at the spectra within each set, and assess how they look similar and how they look different. Here are some tools to use in comparing your data (from Workshop 3).
Things to notice include:
As a group, talk about the visual appearance of the sets of spectra and how similar or different spectra within a given set are. 2.2 Analyze your spectra in Spectral Workbench (40 minutes) Now, support these visual observations with data in Spectral Workbench. In Spectral Workbench, open one of your saved sets. You will do this exercise for each set, one set at a time. In the first set, place your cursor in the set’s spectra, and watch the legend in the upper right-hand corner, which shows the fluorescence intensities of each spectrum at the wavelength where your cursor currently is. As you move your cursor to the left or right, you will see the intensities (written as %s) change. In your group, you will identify the wavelengths at which different things occur, and you will record those wavelengths on a piece of paper. This takes good teamwork! Have one person slowly move the cursor across the spectra, another person paying close attention to the intensities legend in the upper right hand corner, and one person recording values on the paper. In each set, find:
With your group, compare your findings for each of the characteristics listed above. How far apart are the center lines? Do the spectra have similar wavelengths for their maximum intensities? Do the other characteristics of the spectra (such as valleys and slope changes), occur at similar wavelengths? Repeat this section for the rest of your sample sets. 2.3 Possible issues Spectra in a set don’t always match up exactly. Some reasons for this are:
2.4 Compare across sets (15 minutes) First, visually compare the different sets. Using the same characteristics as in part 2.1, note the similarities and differences in the spectra of different kinds of oil. Discuss your comparisons as a group. Now, reference the data you determined in step 2.2 about the wavelengths at characteristic places in the spectra. How similar are the graph centers, peak wavelengths, and slope changes in the different kinds of oil? Look at the range of wavelengths for a given characteristic (e.g. wavelength at maximum peak intensity) within a single set, and compare that against the wavelengths for that same characteristic in other sets.
Discuss your analyses as a group. Once you have finished analyzing your results, take five minutes to brainstorm notes, questions, and ideas on the analyzing process. Post these up on the poster board. These will be reviewed compiled at the end of the workshop and posted back to Public Lab. ------ (10 minute break) ------ 3 Identifying next steps3.1 Finalizing your conclusions (30 minutes) Revisit the question you identified in Workshop 2. Choose one person to type notes from the discussion. These notes will be used during the last activity of this workshop, posting a research note. Discussion Prompts:
4 Compiling your data to share4.1 Posting a Research Note online (30 minutes) While you may have been posting research notes along the way on the progress of the workshops, this activity is as a final wrap up/reflection time on the project in sharing it out with the Public Lab community. Follow these steps to post a Research Note:
4.2 Tips for improving your research note Research notes can include information such as:
4.3 Make a plan for the next steps in your oil testing project Based on the point you arrived at while writing your research note, think forward about what the very next step is that needs to happen. What about the couple steps after that? What schedule would you like to set for these steps? Most importantly, welcome to the Public Lab community! We want to hear from you, so reach out anytime to the spectroscopy group at plots-spectrometry@googlegroups.com. All of the people who wrote this workshop are on that list, which means you already know people there! |
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February 08, 2016 20:40
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Back to Homebrew Workshops Overview Workshop 4: Analyzing your Data and Sharing BackDrafted by Gretchen Gehrke, Stevie Lewis, Liz Barry. Why (the Situation): We want to understand the graphs we created in Workshop 3. We want to know what are appropriate conclusions to draw from spectral information of oil. We want to clearly present and properly contextualize our conclusions. We want to share back to the community (Public Lab!) who created this workflow in order to improve it for everyone’s use in more effectively fighting petrochemical pollution. When: a two and a half (2.5) hour workshop, part of a four-part series. Where: a room with tables and chairs, where groups of ~6 people can sit together. What (the content): reading graphs of spectral information. For What (Achievement Based Objectives): In completing this four hour workshop, you will:
Notes for Facilitators:Estimated Time: two and a half hours Materials Needed:
Setting up the event: The poster board should be titled with the word “Analysis” and prepared with the words “Notes” “Questions” “Ideas” evenly spaced down the left hand side. Workshop Schedule:
Workshop Outline1. Introduction1.1 Who’s in the room? (10 minutes) Take a minute to read through the achievement based objectives on page 1 of your handout. Go around the room, with each person introducing themselves with their name, where they’re from, and the reason they are interested in being here today. If there are really a lot of people, then as a large group say names only, and then break into smaller groups at tables to share reasons, hopes, and expectations for attending. Facilitator’s heads-up: If you did Workshop 2 or 3, this is the same activity, feel free to modify it, but be sure to remind people about the tools and feedback to Public Lab.
2 Analyzing your data2.1 Visually assess your spectra (15 minutes) View the graphs you saved as image files in Workshop 3, or go back to spectralworkbench.org to find your sets. Take a close look at the spectra within each set, and assess how they look similar and how they look different. Here are some tools to use in comparing your data (from Workshop 3).
Things to notice include:
As a group, talk about the visual appearance of the sets of spectra and how similar or different spectra within a given set are. 2.2 Analyze your spectra in Spectral Workbench (40 minutes) Now, support these visual observations with data in Spectral Workbench. In Spectral Workbench, open one of your saved sets. You will do this exercise for each set, one set at a time. In the first set, place your cursor in the set’s spectra, and watch the legend in the upper right-hand corner, which shows the fluorescence intensities of each spectrum at the wavelength where your cursor currently is. As you move your cursor to the left or right, you will see the intensities (written as %s) change. In your group, you will identify the wavelengths at which different things occur, and you will record those wavelengths on a piece of paper. This takes good teamwork! Have one person slowly move the cursor across the spectra, another person paying close attention to the intensities legend in the upper right hand corner, and one person recording values on the paper. In each set, find:
With your group, compare your findings for each of the characteristics listed above. How far apart are the center lines? Do the spectra have similar wavelengths for their maximum intensities? Do the other characteristics of the spectra (such as valleys and slope changes), occur at similar wavelengths? Repeat this section for the rest of your sample sets. 2.3 Possible issues Spectra in a set don’t always match up exactly. Some reasons for this are:
2.4 Compare across sets (15 minutes) First, visually compare the different sets. Using the same characteristics as in part 2.1, note the similarities and differences in the spectra of different kinds of oil. Discuss your comparisons as a group. Now, reference the data you determined in step 2.2 about the wavelengths at characteristic places in the spectra. How similar are the graph centers, peak wavelengths, and slope changes in the different kinds of oil? Look at the range of wavelengths for a given characteristic (e.g. wavelength at maximum peak intensity) within a single set, and compare that against the wavelengths for that same characteristic in other sets.
Discuss your analyses as a group. Once you have finished analyzing your results, take five minutes to brainstorm notes, questions, and ideas on the analyzing process. Post these up on the poster board. These will be reviewed compiled at the end of the workshop and posted back to Public Lab. ------ (10 minute break) ------ 3 Identifying next steps3.1 Finalizing your conclusions (30 minutes) Revisit the question you identified in Workshop 2. Choose one person to type notes from the discussion. These notes will be used during the last activity of this workshop, posting a research note. Discussion Prompts:
4 Compiling your data to share4.1 Posting a Research Note online (30 minutes) While you may have been posting research notes along the way on the progress of the workshops, this activity is as a final wrap up/reflection time on the project in sharing it out with the Public Lab community. Follow these steps to post a Research Note:
4.2 Tips for improving your research note Research notes can include information such as:
4.3 Make a plan for the next steps in your oil testing project Based on the point you arrived at while writing your research note, think forward about what the very next step is that needs to happen. What about the couple steps after that? What schedule would you like to set for these steps? Most importantly, welcome to the Public Lab community! We want to hear from you, so reach out anytime to the spectroscopy group at plots-spectrometry@googlegroups.com. All of the people who wrote this workshop are on that list, which means you already know people there! |
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February 08, 2016 20:26
| about 8 years ago
URL: http://publiclab.org/wiki/oil-testing-workshop-analyzing Back to Homebrew Workshops Overview Workshop 4: Analyzing your Data and Sharing BackDrafted by Gretchen Gehrke, Stevie Lewis, Liz Barry. Why (the Situation): We want to understand the graphs we created in Workshop 3. We want to know what are appropriate conclusions to draw from spectral information of oil. We want to clearly present and properly contextualize our conclusions. We want to share back to the community (Public Lab!) who created this workflow in order to improve it for everyone’s use in more effectively fighting petrochemical pollution. When: a two and a half (2.5) hour workshop, part of a four-part series. Where: a room with tables and chairs, where groups of ~6 people can sit together. What (the content): reading graphs of spectral information. For What (Achievement Based Objectives): In completing this four hour workshop, you will:
Notes for Facilitators:Estimated Time: two and a half hours Materials Needed:
Setting up the event: The poster board should be titled with the word “Analysis” and prepared with the words “Notes” “Questions” “Ideas” evenly spaced down the left hand side. Workshop Schedule:
Workshop Outline1. Introduction1.1 Who’s in the room? (10 minutes) Take a minute to read through the achievement based objectives on page 1 of your handout. Go around the room, with each person introducing themselves with their name, where they’re from, and the reason they are interested in being here today. If there are really a lot of people, then as a large group say names only, and then break into smaller groups at tables to share reasons, hopes, and expectations for attending. Facilitator’s heads-up: If you did Workshop 2 or 3, this is the same activity, feel free to modify it, but be sure to remind people about the tools and feedback to Public Lab.
2 Analyzing your data2.1 Visually assess your spectra (15 minutes) View the graphs you saved as image files in Workshop 3, or go back to spectralworkbench.org to find your sets. Take a close look at the spectra within each set, and assess how they look similar and how they look different. Here are some tools to use in comparing your data (from Workshop 3).
Things to notice include:
As a group, talk about the visual appearance of the sets of spectra and how similar or different spectra within a given set are. 2.2 Analyze your spectra in Spectral Workbench (40 minutes) Now, support these visual observations with data in Spectral Workbench. In Spectral Workbench, open one of your saved sets. You will do this exercise for each set, one set at a time. In the first set, place your cursor in the set’s spectra, and watch the legend in the upper right-hand corner, which shows the fluorescence intensities of each spectrum at the wavelength where your cursor currently is. As you move your cursor to the left or right, you will see the intensities (written as %s) change. In your group, you will identify the wavelengths at which different things occur, and you will record those wavelengths on a piece of paper. This takes good teamwork! Have one person slowly move the cursor across the spectra, another person paying close attention to the intensities legend in the upper right hand corner, and one person recording values on the paper. In each set, find:
With your group, compare your findings for each of the characteristics listed above. How far apart are the center lines? Do the spectra have similar wavelengths for their maximum intensities? Do the other characteristics of the spectra (such as valleys and slope changes), occur at similar wavelengths? Repeat this section for the rest of your sample sets. 2.3 Possible issues Spectra in a set don’t always match up exactly. Some reasons for this are:
2.4 Compare across sets (15 minutes) First, visually compare the different sets. Using the same characteristics as in part 2.1, note the similarities and differences in the spectra of different kinds of oil. Discuss your comparisons as a group. Now, reference the data you determined in step 2.2 about the wavelengths at characteristic places in the spectra. How similar are the graph centers, peak wavelengths, and slope changes in the different kinds of oil? Look at the range of wavelengths for a given characteristic (e.g. wavelength at maximum peak intensity) within a single set, and compare that against the wavelengths for that same characteristic in other sets.
Discuss your analyses as a group. Once you have finished analyzing your results, take five minutes to brainstorm notes, questions, and ideas on the analyzing process. Post these up on the poster board. These will be reviewed compiled at the end of the workshop and posted back to Public Lab. ------ (10 minute break) ------ 3 Identifying next steps3.1 Finalizing our conclusions (30 minutes) Revisit the question you identified in Workshop 2. Choose one person to type notes from the discussion. This will be used to finish the research note in Activity 3. Discussion Prompts:
4 Compiling your data to share4.1 Posting a Research Note online (30 minutes) While you may have been posting research notes along the way on the progress of the workshops, this activity is as a final wrap up/reflection time on the project in sharing it out with the Public Lab community. Follow these steps to post a Research Note:
4.2 Tips for improving your research note Research notes can include information such as:
Little bit more here: what did you actually learn? Set the next steps in your project Create a schedule to achieve them. 5 Bringing this knowledge into the real world 5.1 Making a plan for doing a project (20 minutes) Reflect on what you |
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February 08, 2016 19:23
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Back to Homebrew Workshops Overview Workshop 3: Calibration, Sample Prep and ScanningDrafted by Gretchen Gehrke, Stevie Lewis, Liz Barry. Why (The Situation): We want to calibrate the spectrometers we built. We want to prepare our oil samples for scanning. We want to learn how to use spectralworkbench.org. We want to scan known samples of oil to test the function of the equipment itself. We want to scan unknown samples and assemble their spectra into sets for comparing and contrasting with known samples to attempt categorization. When: two and a half (2.5) hour workshop, part of a four-part series. Where: a room with long tables, chairs, power outlets, and internet connection. What (the content): calibrate a spectrometer using a fluorescent lightbulb; safely work with ultraviolet (UV) lasers; the features of spectralworkbench.org; troubleshoot your equipment to get a clear high-quality scan; For What (Achievement Based Objectives): In completing this four hour workshop, you will:
Notes for Facilitators:Facilitator’s notes for before the event: You must have already prepared your samples: https://publiclab.org/wiki/oil-testing-kit#Collect.
Materials Needed:
Setting up the event:
Workshop Schedule:
Workshop Outline1. Introduction1.1 Who’s in the room? (10 minutes) Go around the room, with each person introducing themselves with their name, where they’re from, and the reason they are interested in being here today. If there are really a lot of people, then as a large group say names only, and then break into smaller groups at tables to share reasons, hopes, and expectations for attending. Facilitator’s heads-up: If you did Workshop 2, this is the same activity, feel free to modify it, but be sure to remind people about the tools and feedback to Public Lab.
2. Calibrating your spectrometer2) Whenever the physical relationship of the pieces of your spectrometer changes (if anything moves such as the camera, the DVD, or the slit), then you must recalibrate. 2.1 Logging into spectralworkbench.org
2.2 Connect your spectrometer to your computer via spectralworkbench.org FACTS: each spectrometer has to be calibrated before it is used. Choose one person at the table to read the following text out loud: Individually, write down any questions you have about these concepts and discuss as a group. Going through the activity may help clarify, and afterwards if you still have questions, you can email plots-spectrometry@googlegroups.com. Follow the following 4 steps to connect your spectrometer to your computer:
2.3 Making your first scan of a fluorescent bulb Follow the following 4 steps to take your first scan of a fluorescent lightbulb:
Additional calibration directions can be found on this wiki: http://publiclab.org/wiki/spectral-workbench-calibration 2.4 Reflecting on the scanning process Once you have finished calibrating your spectrometers, take five minutes and brainstorm notes, questions, and ideas on the calibration process. Post these up on the poster board. These will be reviewed and compiled at the end of the workshop and posted back to Public Lab. If you still have questions, you can email plots-spectrometry@googlegroups.com. ------ (10 minute break) ------ 3 Sampling3.1 Setting up for safe scanning! (90 minutes) YOU MUST REVIEW AND FOLLOW THESE SAFETY GUIDES (10 minutes)
3.2 Scanning samples (50 minutes) Facilitator speaking notes Recap what you prepared ahead of time during Sample Prep https://publiclab.org/wiki/oil-testing-kit#Collect.
The Public Lab community advises to scan each sample 3 times. Following this rule, a rough time estimate would be that a first time user can achieve the scanning of 3 unique samples in an hour. As we learned in Workshop 1 (Experimental Design), taking triplicate samples of each one of your materials will increase the accuracy of your results.
3.3 Creating sets (30 minutes)
Follow all the steps of activity 3B for all of your samples. More notes on scanning can be found on this wiki: https://publiclab.org/wiki/oil-testing-kit#Scan) Once you have finished scanning your samples, take five minutes and brainstorm notes, questions, and ideas on the scanning process. Have participants post these up on the poster board. These will be reviewed compiled on the end of the workshop and posted back to Public Lab Individually, what do you remember from Workshop 1 about taking multiple samples? Why is this important? 4. Reflection and Wrap upSend one person from the entire group to take notes on the poster board while everyone reflects on the day’s activities through the following questions:
Choose someone from the group to write up their experience as a Public Lab Research Note. Facilitator’s notes for after the event: Compile the notes that were left on the poster boards and your experiences facilitating this event so that others may learn from hearing about your experiences with the kit and workshop. Post them to the Public Lab wiki and put a link to it on the bottom of this page: https://publiclab.org/wiki/oil-testing-event
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