Author Archives: janisselbyjones

Carlsbad, San Marcos, and Vista Take Action; Escondido and Oceanside Lag Behind

Posted on May 15, 2022 by janisselbyjones

A group of North County residents and I first spoke to the Carlsbad City Council about the plastic pollution problem during a Council meeting in February 2019. That evening, Council Members voted unanimously to place single-use plastics on the legislative … Continue reading →

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Leading with Climate Justice

Posted on February 26, 2022 by janisselbyjones

During a recent Portrait of a Graduate Student Summit held in Oceanside, young people were asked what skills they thought would be needed in the future. One high school senior replied, “I need to know how to live in a … Continue reading →

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Making to Make a Difference

Posted on January 22, 2022 by janisselbyjones

I was part of virtual environmental literacy conversation this morning through the California Writing Project and left the meeting feeling inspired by colleagues from across the state who are engaging students in meaningful climate change discussions. As I was thinking … Continue reading →

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Into the Current

Posted on September 13, 2021 by janisselbyjones

Into the Current highlights the plastic pollution problem by showcasing photographs, 3-D objects, and sculptures created with plastic debris found on North County San Diego beaches. The installation is on display at the Hill Street Country Club gallery at 530 … Continue reading →

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Plastic Plankton

Posted on July 17, 2021 by janisselbyjones

According to a study conducted in 2020, the prevalence of microplastics in the ocean has been significantly underestimated, and the number is at least double previous estimates. Professor Pennie Lundeque, who led the research, stated that “…microplastic concentrations could exceed … Continue reading →

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I hate to burst your balloon, but…

Posted on July 11, 2021 by janisselbyjones

Mylar balloons have really been blowing this week! In fact, I picked up six during my beach walk in North County on Wednesday. By now, most people realize that when released, helium-filled balloons will eventually burst or deflate and will … Continue reading →

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Takeaways

Posted on June 13, 2021 by janisselbyjones

I have picked up more than my fair share of plastic forks and spoons while cleaning the beach. In fact, I recently collected an assortment of eleven plastic utensils during one walk along the shoreline. Nevertheless, I was surprised by … Continue reading →

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Playing with Plastic

Posted on March 21, 2021 by janisselbyjones

Sand toys found on the beach make fun designs, but plastic toys can be harmful to children. According to new research from the Technical University of Denmark, “Out of 419 chemicals found in hard, soft, and foam plastic materials used … Continue reading →

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More Than A Spoonful

Posted on March 6, 2021 by janisselbyjones

Plastic utensils are among the top ten items found during beach cleanups, and I have found my fair share while walking at the beach. Plastic knives, forks, and spoons are not recyclable in most waste systems, because they are made … Continue reading →

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In Our Hands

Posted on July 4, 2020 by janisselbyjones

For centuries, hands have been used as symbols of strength, healing, and protection. In Our Hands, created with plastic debris found on beaches in North County San Diego, will not bring good fortune to anyone; however, the toy hand clappers … Continue reading →

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