Reminder Edmonds Waterfront Center Environmental Series Sept. 11 Caring About Our Roads, Car Tires and Coho Salmon

Edward P. Kolodziej, an environmental chemist and professor at the University of Washington, will discuss his groundbreaking research on urban runoff and coho salmon mortality at the Edmonds Waterfront Center on September 11. His studies reveal that 6PPD-quinone, a toxic compound derived from tire wear, is a primary cause of salmon deaths during rain events in the Puget Sound area. Kolodziej's multidisciplinary research team has collaborated with various institutions to investigate the effects of chemical pollutants on aquatic life. The findings underline the urgent need for improved stormwater management and tire reformulations to safeguard sensitive habitats.

Annie Crawley, an award-winning filmmaker and environmental advocate, will moderate the event, ensuring accessibility features are available for all attendees. Admission is set at $7. 50, with online ticket sales closing at 4 p. m. on the event day.

The discussion aims to inform local policies on managing roadway pollutants that threaten aquatic ecosystems. Kolodziej's work has earned him the U. S. National Champion title for the 2023 Frontiers Planet Prize, emphasizing the importance of this research in global sustainability efforts.