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Purpose: The purpose of this memo is to analyze the article “E-waste: An overview on generation, collection, legislation and recycling practices” for readability and pseudoscience versus real science. Summary: In this memo, the readability and trustworthiness of the article are proved. The paper’s writing and presentation are clear and well-planned;...
The COVID-19, also known as Coronavirus, significantly changed the world and forced humanity to revise its values and set health as the priority instead of production and growth. Most of the nations had to deal with the spread of disease by establishing lockdowns, obligating people to wear protective items, and...
Introduction York Region expands and should reduce the volume of food waste by involving each resident in the process. The Region established the SM4RT LIVING Plan – the framework for local waste management. The Food Waste Reduction Strategy is a part of the Plan, as the quantity of food waste...
Climate change is a process of weather patterns and average temperature values alteration explained by human influence factors. This problem is a long-term issue, which needs careful consideration and accurate solutions. Even though it is thoroughly examined, there are still some unknown factors for its development. Moreover, there are many...
Introduction Concerns about the environment grow larger every year, and every person can help the cause to lower the negative impact people have on the planet. Every US citizen produces, on average, 7 pounds of waste every day, and most of it is indeed recyclable (Bradford et al.). Nowadays, the...
There is a number of science and fiction works on global warming covering this issue from different angles. The philosophical work of the American professor of ethical sciences Sinnott-Armstrong approaches the phenomenon of global warming in terms of individual and collective responsibility. The author is convinced that global warming exists...
Environmentalism Environmentalism is a type of social movement or a broad philosophy that is geared towards the conservation of the environment and also seeks to improve the quality of the environment. This movement is mainly associated with the green color. From the perspective of social movement, environmentalism is concentrated on...
Logic The proposition that ‘My cat is a dog’ is based on the premise that ‘My cat has four legs and all dogs have four legs’. The basic problem with this logic derives from the fact that it considers solely one aspect of similarity, or a single premise, that the...
Abstract An entrenched belief in people’s minds that bottled water is superior to tap water has triggered a chain of environmental and cultural challenges. The problem of disposing water bottles by enforcing policies for responsible waste bottle disposal, alternative forms of producing water bottles that are environmentally friendly and economically...
Ecological issues and problems with environmental protection have been the point of vibrant debates since the 1960s. One of the prominent works that evaluate the extent to which natural resources are nowadays wasted is the article entitled “The oil we eat” by Richard Manning. The author’s main thesis can be...
The problem of climate change has triggered various ideas aimed at protecting the natural environment. The selected WorldChanging idea is that of circular economy (CE). Within the past two decades, many companies have been focusing on evidence-based strategies that have the potential to improve recycling processes, minimize wastage, and increase...
The UAE is rapidly developing for the several decades already, which has a positive influence on the well-being of the population. However, the changes that entail this process affects the environment adversely. People tend to use cars, which spoil the air, dangerous substances, and chemicals that can pollute water and...
Introduction Environmental safety has come to be among the most volatile topics of discussion at the local, national, and international levels. With the emergence of global warming, greenhouse effects, and other environmental issues, countries have resolved to use a united approach in solving these problems. There are very many factors...
Abstract Managing construction waste is often a difficult process because its poor implementation could lead to unintended consequences for contractors, clients, and the public. This is why the evidence presented in this paper demonstrates that the failure to look for effective waste minimisation strategies is unsustainable. Therefore, effective elimination and...
Introduction Global awareness entails the aspect of making people, society, have an understanding of various life issues that is based on knowledge of global perspectives. It encompasses factors that affect the world at large rather than a specific nation for instance economic, social, cultural, political as well as environmental-related aspects...
Introduction Environmental conditions have profound effects on the well-being of the humankind. However, despite the recognition of their importance, they remain unaddressed by many business entities. Such an approach is considered undesirable both for the corporate and individual stakeholders in the long run. The following case study explores the effect...
The current state of the environment is classified as disturbing. Various pieces of evidence prove that the climate change is a real problem facing the today’s society. While some officials still deny the existence of this problem, various weather disasters become more frequent each year, causing changes in people’s lives....
Abstract World leaders were forced to hold discussions in Kigali, Rwanda, in late 2016 to establish a deal addressing mechanisms to be adopted to curb global warming. Although nature is responsible for harboring harmful elements that trigger climatic changes, it is alarming that all talks seem to agree that human...
The question regarding the beaver exploitation and the relation of the Native Americans towards the issue seems to be significantly important to examine. As a matter of fact, Indians played an essential role in the depletion of the beaver population in Canada. The major objective of the paper is to...
Hurricane Katrina is one of the worst disasters that ever happened on the territory of the United States, and the magnitude of the damage that it has caused is nearly impossible to measure. It is necessary to note that this catastrophe has led to numerous economic and social problems. The...
Introduction Both Fukushima and Chernobyl disasters were nuclear crises that occurred accidentally in Japan and Ukraine respectively. The Fukushima nuclear disaster occurred at the Fukushima Daiichi power plant while the Chernobyl nuclear disaster occurred at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant. Both disasters were rated seven, which is the highest in...
Nowadays, all organizations have to use unified accounting concepts to ensure sufficient reporting of their financial transactions. Waste Management Inc. was one of the organizations that violated these standards while being accused of financial manipulations and fraud. In this instance, reviewing its accounting principles can help understand the actual financial...
Introduction The protection of the environment is an urgent issue in many countries nowadays. The United States of America is not an exception. The rapid industrialization and the devastating human activity have led to the terrible condition of the environment. The government of the U.S. realizes the urgency of the...
Summary Earthquakes are sudden and unprecedented movements of the earth’s surface that are caused by the abrupt release of energy into the earth’s crust. The accumulation of this energy and its subsequent release causes seismic waves that lead to dislodgement of underground rocks, causing faults along which earthquakes take place...
Abstract Metals are adaptable substances utilized for ages to create common items. Metals are priceless non-renewable assets and vital components for various applications, including manufacturing tools, buildings, and electronics. Reusing metal only requires gathering waste metal, refining it, and turning it into brand-new metal. Reclaimed metal can be used to...
In today’s waste management systems, landfills are a necessary component, but if they are not adequately planned, managed, and monitored, they can also pose serious environmental and health problems. One of the biggest landfills in the United States is the Sunshine Canyon Landfill. However, like many other landfills, the Sunshine...
Introduction Ecology is a field of study that deals with the relationships between organisms and their environment. It is concerned with how organisms interact with each other and their physical surroundings. Ecological consumption has become an important area of research in recent years because it addresses the relationship between human...
Introduction: Rhetorical Analysis The phenomenon of climate change has attracted a notable amount of attention over years, the early 1990s being the point at which the phenomenon in question became a worldwide concern. Therefore, examining a speech delivered by then 11-year-old Severn Suzuki will shed more light on the importance...
Introduction The presentation will discuss a risk communication plan for the residents of New Orleans about a hurricane threat. It will address disaster scenarios and introduce the risk communication plan. The presentation will discuss the plan’s purpose, communication issues, and needs and concerns of different stakeholders and how it affects...
Summary Ecosystems fall into many types and are classified based on a number of factors. The paper will be concentrated on the main types of ecosystems and try to understand the basis on which these classifications are made. It is also essential to know the different factors that distinguish ecosystems...
The World Health Organization outlines water scarcity as a global crisis affecting more than 2.8 billion people. The California drought is a notable instance of water scarcity that began in 2012 (Roggenburg et al., 2021). Water scarcity is primarily associated with rapid climate changes resulting in extreme weather conditions, eventually...
Introduction Environmental history is related to human activities and the built environment’s impact on the natural environment. The industrial revolution was a period of great change in the Victorian city of Manchester. The process revolutionized the economy and the lifestyle of the people. New technologies were invented to make work...
There is almost no industry that causes no damage to the environment. Meat production is one of the business activities that hugely contribute to climate change. Despite society is moving toward more conscious and responsible consumption, nature-harmful tendencies do not disappear. Switching to plant-based diets can improve the environmental problem...
Introduction The entire African continent suffers from environmental problems, and Namibia is no exception. Namibia is a large country rich in natural resources, but their extraction does not benefit the population. Incorrect processing and disposal of waste negatively affects the state of air, water and soil. Improper extraction of minerals,...
Plastic waste is one of the main sources of microplastic pollution in water, soil, and food. According to NowThisEarth (2019), there are more microplastic particles in the oceans than there are stars in the galaxy. The primary source of such pollution comes from single-use plastics, which come in the form...
Introduction Climate change is a global phenomenon that generally occurs due to natural causes. However, global warming is a relevant problem that is getting worse each day because of greenhouse gas emissions from human-made factories and industrial processes. The global temperature rises, causing food security issues, biodiversity loss, and changing...
Fossil fuels are a significant source of energy around the world. They are the aggregates of the remains of organisms that existed on Earth and, after being exposed to the heat and pressure of the Earth’s crust for hundreds of millions of years, formed and contained large amounts of energy....
Introduction Environmental messaging has become a subject of great importance in the 21st century. With many world problems being present, ranging from climate change to pollution, hunger, and the finite nature of most natural resources, humanity needs to unite in its efforts to save the planet from its own voracious...
Before discussing a possible marketing plan for Jamaica’s tourism, it would be helpful to start with the physical description of the island. Jamaica’s terrain is predominantly mountainous, where a sandstone plain covers nearly 67 percent of the mainland, and sinkhole groupings dominate the island with caves (Marsooli & Lin, 2020)....
Executive Summary The water shortage supply in Las Vegas is a major problem due to the city’s reliance on Lake Mead and Colorado Rivers, which are drying up due to droughts. The solution is wastewater reuse instead of drilling deeper into Lake Mead. The two approaches can be implemented, which...
A Sand County Almanac: With Essays on Conservation from Round River is a classic writing on nature and ecology by an American ecologist and forester Aldo Leopold. It was first published in 1949 but achieved prominence twenty-odd years later, in the 1970s, when the so-called environmental awakening took place (Kahler)....
Introduction Nowadays, governments of many countries strive to make a transition to renewable energy. Due to the harmful nature of paper and plastic, many natural habitats become unsuitable for living for many species, and air and water become more polluted. This necessitates the authorities to implement different strategies to alleviate...
Introduction Waste management and related dilemma have been a problem in the modern lifestyle, especially in the urban centers occupied by industries disposing of waste daily. Due to continuous waste production in these areas, many issues must be addressed by developing effective waste management programs. These areas have had sprawls...
Introduction Dikes are constructed out of the need for people to anticipate, mitigate, and control changes to the environment, specifically water management. However, such measures involve an entanglement of socio-environmental operations that are hard to predict and are intrinsically uncontrollable. I consider that the unpredictability of the current environmental trends...
Introduction Climate change has been a pertinent issue in the last several decades with the rise of human civilization and the immense industrial revolutions that have accompanied these developments. Human beings have made massive strides in the production and exploration of sources of energy and the most significant of these...
An Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is the backbone of crisis management. It brings together experts from different emergency response departments to coordinate their resources share information and experience in responding to emergencies. Its location is integral considering the fact that if targeted by criminals, the impact may be tragic to...
The first topic that seems necessary to cover after watching “There’s something in the water” is the problem of environmental racism. This phrase is used by documentary filmmakers to describe Canada’s social and environmental crisis (YouTube, 2020). The problem lies in the policy under which the Canadian government will settle...
Diamond’s Five Point Framework is a popular tool used to analyze the demise of historic and contemporary societies. At the center of this theory is the idea that each society has its own set of social, political, economic, and ecological factors, which constitute the environment of a certain country. The...
Introduction The organisation of events for the general public plays an important role in forming social opinions on some pivotal issues and raising awareness about tentative problems. That is why it might be used to make an impact on a local or even global scale by educating the public and...
Summary The case “Farming the Cerrado” documents the advantages and disadvantages of expansion in soybean farming in Brazil. Growth in Soya production has resulted in more high-protein food for the world. On the negative side, the rapid agricultural development has led to the destruction of biodiversity and social conflicts. Reflection...
Introduction Archeologists and historians believe that life has existed on planet Earth for millions of years. The survival of different species has depended on a wide range of factors, such as the rate of resources utilization, conservation, and focus on posterity. Unfortunately, the past few centuries have been characterized by...
Introduction What differentiates Yosemite from other parks, even more is that the very concept of national parks originated with the creation of the Yosemite Grant more than a century ago. Thus, it is apparent that the cultural, ecological, and historical value of Yosemite National Park is exceptionally high. Despite being...
Introduction The relevance of environmentally sustainable practices in the food and hospitality industry in Australia is explained by the fact that hotels and restaurants witness food leftovers and wastage daily. Food wastage is an issue that affects countries’ environments and economics adversely. The investigation aims to identify how food and...
Introduction In recent years, climate emergencies have been declared a crucial issue with the plastic waste’s devastating effects on the environment and wildlife increasing the recycling need. In the society where people consider the concepts of sustainability, recycling provides the conversion of things thrown away into new ones. Therefore, it...
Sound is one of the environmental influences for all living organisms, including humans. Machines, propagating systems, and transport systems are easily argued to be the grassroots sources of loud sounds (Morillas 214). In nature, loud sounds are rare, and the noise is relatively weak and short-lived. The combination of sound...
Introduction In the modern world, despite the rapid and successful development of technology, there are many problems that require immediate solutions. One of these issues is to reduce the number of forests and green spaces. This is especially true of the precious and vital Amazon rainforests. Such areas provide a...
Climate change is a serious and persistent problem that affects every facet of people’s lives. With each passing decade, the pollution and changes to the environment enact irreversible damage to the world, with many of the problems humanity faces today being rooted in the mistakes of the past. The usage...
The year 2020 was challenging for the entire world due to the pandemic and the high number of deaths, as well as the economic disruptions it brought. Yet, there were also events related to climate, which in many instances also claimed the lives of numerous people. For instance, there were...
Description The major causes of climate change and the increase in greenhouse gases worldwide are all associated with human activities. Greenhouse gases trap heat in the earth’s atmosphere, thus increasing temperatures. Carbon dioxide is a major greenhouse gas produced by human activity. Evidence proves that human activities aid in discharging...
Introduction Global anthropogenic activities, manifested in industrial and agricultural initiatives and innovative technological solutions, have become one of the main causes of massive water pollution. This topic has been discussed by ecologists and other stakeholders for decades, and every year, the issue is raised more and more acutely. Large reservoirs...
Water supply has generally reduced in major cities over the years and measures to conserve water need to be implemented to avoid the possibility of a catastrophic drought. The main ways to improve the available water supply are to enhance stormwater harvesting, water reuse, water conservation and seawater desalination. In...
Global warming has become a pressing concern for the global community, as developed societies have reached critical levels of environmental impact. As the impact of various industries on the environment has attained a global and barely deniable level, new perspectives have been introduced. More specifically, humanity has come to realize...
Abstract Reducing environmental damage and, in general, using eco-friendly innovations has to keep pace with energy saving practices, therefore, these are perceived in conjunction. Equipping any enterprise in such a way as to cause damage to the environment as little as possible is at the moment one of the fundamental...
With the deterioration of the environmental situation in cities, especially in metropolises, the preservation and improvement of the Green Belt play an essential role from the ecological, sanitary-hygienic, and aesthetic sides. The Green Belt is an area of forests, agricultural and unused land, specially preserved in the cities’ territories. In...
Gambian rat Cricetomys gambianus Waterhouse, 1840 Originally belonging to African territories, the Gambian rat quickly became an invasive species to Florida. In general, the natural habitat of this mammal is not densely populated residential areas, but for several decades the Gambian rat has been causing damage to Florida’s urban ecosystem,...
Even though most population resides in cities, people affect nature significantly, causing various environmental problems. That is why multiple policies, procedures, and interventions emerge to limit this negative impact, and establishing protected areas (PAs) is among them. Thus, the given essay will rely on credible data from scientific sources to...
The Problem The problem of plastic waste in the UAE is a significant ecological issue regarding plastic pollution and the safe disposal of waste products. Despite the efforts to use alternative materials and the recent developments in biodegradable plastics, the situation is still not ideal. Plastic waste has a severe...
Introduction One of the central issues that affect the wellness of the Earth’s population is plastic pollution. Today, almost every person knows that plastic kills millions of animals every year by entanglement or starvation (Parker, 2019). However, a rare person realizes that plastic is a source of significant problems with...
Introduction Fish is vital in any healthy diet. They are a lean, low-calorie source of protein and are normally recommended by health experts around the world. However, scientists have discovered that some species of fish contain methylmercury or other chemicals that are harmful to the body at higher concentrations. The...
Introduction Clean and abundant water supplies are important for sustaining healthy communities (Natural Resources Defense Council, 2014). Indeed, as human beings, we depend on our water resources to sustain life. However, within the past few years, our human activities have greatly depleted our natural resources. Moreover, climate change has similarly...
One of the world’s most preferred fossil fuel is natural gas. Experts believe that the energy has the potential of becoming the world’s number one in the coming decades. In its structure, natural gas has varied composition, which makes it more expedient. Principally, consumers have been receiving methane that contains...
We should recycle garbage using biogas technology because it has tremendous economic and environmental benefits and also wins out over peers in terms of performance. Introduction The modern appearance of large cities seems to have become closely associated with the problem of trash recycling. While in central areas and historic...
Background Information It was on September 11, 2001, when World Trade Center, WTC suddenly collapsed following terror attacks by the suspected Al Qaeda group. Following the destruction of this stature, everyone was surprised at first, and to establish the cause of the incident, there were speculations that the building was...
Introduction The aspects of biology conservation, and preservation of the biodiversity on the planet are becoming increasingly important for the humanity. Originally, there are numerous ways of coping with this problem, and this paper is aimed at analyzing the results of a survey, which was offered to random people. The...
Sport unites people not only at major events, games, and competitions. Possessing great influence, it is actively used to draw attention to world problems. The most important role in this field is played by the International Olympic Committee (Greenwell et al., 2019). It actively participates in solving urgent issues of...
Introduction Washer-disinfector is technological innovation that reduces the occupational risks that may bring about during the process of handling the instruments contaminated by microorganisms. The cleaning of instruments used in work environment is utmost important to safe guide the cross-infection between patients and staff in the hospital. Thus, for effective...
The responsibility of people regarding global warming and its prevention is a fact underpinned by theories aimed at describing the connection between their actions and the negative outcome in terms of this problem. This situation is complicated by the lack of awareness of the scope of the potential influence of...
Despite the mixed feelings about hunting, the practice has been recognized as environmentally beneficial. Many animal and environmental advocates view hunting as a barbaric and morally wrong endeavor, regardless of the practical considerations. However, a substantial proportion of the public espouses hunting and its practices as a fundamental wildlife management...
Abstract This paper aims to study the environmental effects of deforestation and suggest potential solutions for this issue. Backed by research, it asks what the primary causes of forest destructions are and whether they can be eliminated. To get a better idea of the problem, thorough research of the existing...
Wangari Maathai and Norman Ernest Borlaug are famous Nobel Peace Prize winners for their humanitarian contributions in promoting a sustainable world and eliminating poverty. Maathai attained her first degree in Biological Sciences in America at Mount St. Scholastica College (The Green Belt Movement, n.d.). She continued with her education until...
Today, air pollution, global warming, overpopulation, and other issues start revealing the catastrophic consequences of the vast progress humanity reached within the last few centuries. This essay draws attention to the invention that roughly harms the environment – fossil fuel. National Geographic counted that nearly 90% of air pollution and...
The Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill 2010 is described as the worst oil disaster to have ever happened in the history of the oil industry. Also known as the Macondo Blowout, the spill continued for approximately three months unabated. The root cause of the spill was a result of an...
Introduction The First and Second Industrial Revolutions were not about sustainability. Significant changes to the way people approach production were made and an extensive infrastructure for fossil fuel energy use was built and exploited. However, this era is about to end, and the global community, including businesses, does not have...
Introduction Environmental issues are particularly serious and urgent in the modern world. A broad range of environmental concerns includes such problems as climate change, waste disposal, and various types of pollution. Sound pollution is not the most popular topic among them, although it is a serious concern that mostly affects...
Cleanliness is next to holiness. Going by this saying, one wonders how godly we perceive ourselves when visiting this campus. Walking down the streets and alleys of the university grounds, one notices half-filled drink bottles and candy wrappers strewn everywhere. White spots distort the plush green scenery of fields, these...
With regards to the growing problems in the modern world such as overpopulation, the environmental pollution, malnutrition, terrorism, increasing crime rates, religious and social conflicts, genocide, the housing market, failing financial institutions, the need for highly qualified professionals in the area of human service is high. My position is that...
Project Description With the current global concerns on climate change, Scotland is on a mission to facilitate the efficient use of renewable energy. One of the major forms of renewable sources of energy that Scotland has focused on is hydroelectric power (HEP). Sloy HEP station is a major conventional hydroelectric...
Introduction Environmental issues in most cases arise from activities in the natural environment by human beings. These human activities are also referred to as anthropogenic a Greek word that means man-made. They are the wastes that are produced as by-products in the process of practicing helpful human activities. Those wastes...
Introduction The United States of America is a nation that has great diversity in terms of race and ethnicity. This kind of diversity brings in some effects in terms of resource use. This research paper is going to answer the question; do public policies reduce or enhance racial inequality in...
Introduction Global warming is a term commonly used to describe the consequences of man- made pollutants overloading the naturally-occurring greenhouse gases causing an increase of the average global temperature, the subject of great debate and concern worldwide. According to all peer-reviewed scientific studies, if the amount of greenhouse gasses being...
Introduction Evidence does exist of the rise in the global mean surface air temperature in the twentieth century. More so, even if there are several uncertainties about the level of climatic change in the future, several types of research carried out show that in the future, global warming is quite...
Introduction Over the last few decades, the relationship between the United States, Mexico, and Canada have continued to strengthen; the three countries have in the past enjoyed close relationships in matters of trade and environmental relations. In fact, they are not only close neighbors but also share common environmental heritage,...
Introduction Global warming refers to the increase in the average temperature of the earth’s atmosphere and its oceans, a change believed to be permanent. (livescience.com ). The National Geographic website explains that global warming is the result of high levels of greenhouse gases(carbon dioxide, water vapor, methane and ozone) in...
Introduction Additionally to traditional petroleum-grounded fuels, there are lots of different categories of alternative fuels attainable nowadays. While the technology and application may differ, they all provide an option to oil concentrating on renewable resources. The central aim of fuel is to stock up energy that is steady and can...
Project Summary The material presented in this research proposal illustrates the possibilities of ecological genetics, in particular, the development of eco-genetical models, based on the usage of species linked by one food chain as consumers and producers. The consumer’s metabolic dependence on producer allows altering the metabolism of the producer...
Brief Outline The loss of forests has led to numerous negative outcomes including climate change, air pollution, and additional challenges to agriculture and other industries. Demographic changes have also contributed to an increase in the rate of deforestation as the need for more resources continues to grow (Lawrence & Vandecar,...
Greywater Definition Water is vital for the creation and sustainability of life on the planet and is essential for growing crops. Because the majority of water on Earth is salty and is not appropriate for irrigation purposes, the scientific community should assess the possibility of greywater use and its effects...
Global warming has been an internationally recognized problem for approximately two decades now. Being an issue around the world, climate change is regarded as something so distant and abstract that we are never expected to be conscious when its impact finally becomes noticeable. By reviewing and summarizing the assigned reading,...
Introduction The extinction crisis is a phenomenon characterized by a dramatic decline in the population of particular species and their consequent disappearance. As frightening as it sounds, such crises are predominantly natural, and the world has already seen six waves of species extinction. However, while the previous crises could be...
Environmental planning nowadays is crucial to ensuring the sustainable development of every country. In his article A Trail Across, Time Daniels analyzes the environmental planning in the United States, defining five periods of its formation. The activists of the Progressive era in the early XX century advocated for physical measures...
Hostovsky’s models of environmental planning include the rational comprehensive model (RCM), the advocacy model, the adaptive model, the participatory model, and the incremental model (Hostovsky, 2000). RCM is mainly used in waste planning because it is the most common model used by planners to optimize the location of facilities (Hostovsky,...
Introduction Saudi Arabia commonly referred to as the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is the second-largest country after Algeria in the Arab World. Its neighboring countries include Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Yemen, United Arab Emirates, Jordan, and Iraq. The approximate size of Saudi Arabia is 2,000,000km2. The climate of Saudi...
What do you advise leaders at GE to do about satisfying customers who are not so environmentally conscious? General Electric Company is a mega-company that seeks to expand its business and gain a larger share of the market. The issues of global warming due to the emission of carbon dioxide...
Today, the global concern about environmental problems is nothing but a very essential issue. The concern has been achieved through scientific research, technological advancement, and global community benchmark discussions. A day hardly goes by without any remarks on the environmental problem since the world is confronted by a critical environmental...
Introduction Parks and recreational facilities are the heart of the city, and they play a significant role in the lives of citizens. Parks are the place where people can spend their free time, get to know each other in a safe environment, have a rest from the bustle of the...
Global Ponzi Economy According to Brown According to Brown, a Ponzi economy is an economy that is not self-sustainable due to the dependence on a wider range by investors who plow in their capital, and when the time of payment becomes due, the government experiences a deficit because of the...
Introduction Data centers consume a significant share of energy produced globally. With the growing demand for services, the number and scale of data centers are expected to rise further over the next few years. Given that the vast majority of data centers use non-renewable energy, this adds to the global...
Increasing environmental pressures have prompted countries to seek ways of saving domestic water resources by utilizing virtual water imports. Overall, national water savings can lead to a reduction in water consumption at a global stage when areas with high water production direct their resources to areas with low water production....
Introduction Today’s world is dependent on electricity, which is supplied from many different sources such as fossils fuels which emit harmful gases that pollute the environment and contribute to global warming by producing large quantities of CO2. However, with recent improvements in technology, renewable energy has been introduced in our...
A crisis is an event that results in a hazardous and detrimental situation that affects a group, community, country, or a region. It is considered to bring undesirable changes in the economic, political, social, security, and environmental aspects. Crises occur unplanned, and if people are not well prepared to cope...
Introduction The Ok Tedi copper mine is situated in the upper drainage area of the Fly River in Papua New Guinea (PNG), near one of its branches, the Ok Tedi River. It is one of the chief mines globally. In addition, it is a main source of revenue for the...
Introduction The physical and natural environments affect human life in various ways, as outlined by ecological studies. Environmental education is essential in informing individuals on how to deal with ecosystems to attain life sustainability. When discussing the environment, chief elements like soil, organisms, air, water, and solar energy have to...
Nowadays, there are a lot of dangerous situations related to natural disasters and military conflicts that take place all over the world, and this is why the issue of alert systems is so relevant. Having read the posting by Brian, I managed to realize that the problem that he mentions...
Climate change has been one of the central topics in mass media for more than four decades. Still, the opinion of scientists traditionally varies and remains skeptical when it comes to evaluating the real consequences of global warming. On the other side, some small changes known as the greenhouse effect...
Introduction At the turn of the 21st century, the global development agenda introduced the element of climate change and global warming. It was noted that economic activities and other human undertakings were affecting the environment negatively. Scientists believe that the toxics and other waste products released by industries are responsible...
Introduction During the millions of years of evolution, our species have left their footprints all over the Earth, but it was not until a couple of centuries ago that they started to think about ecology and environment. Today, the harm we have done to the planet is just too critical...
Abstract Environmental changes have both negative and positive impacts on human health. While some effects are direct, others are hard to decipher. Researchers claim that environmental changes create a favorable condition for the proliferation of deadly diseases. For instance, floods facilitate the breeding of mosquitoes, which spread malaria and dengue...
As numerous problems related to environmental crisis continue to emerge, the urgency of searching for appropriate solutions is increasing. There are plenty of publications covering environmental issues. However, the innovative approaches to the widely discussed issues are still to be developed. Jennifer Clapp and Peter Dauvergne presented their view on...
Introduction The energy sector is crucial for the development of the Bangladesh’s economy. Natural gas has numerous socio-economic benefits such as the generation of power for industrial use and household consumption. Bangladesh is endowed with numerous natural resource reserves that have been exploited by the Niko Resources Limited, a Canadian...
Introduction Hurricane Katrina was an unprecedented and devastating hurricane that caused catastrophic damage to property and a high loss of life. Katrina was reported as one of the five powerful and deadly hurricanes in the history of the United States. On August 23, 2005, Katrina first carved a vast swath...
Shark finning has first become a problem in the ’80s, and it still continues causing severe harm to the oceans. Shark finning effects on ecosystem can’t be underestimated. Multiple solutions to this problem have been proposed throughout the years. This essay provides a detailed analysis of shark finning solutions, causes,...
Introduction Global warming can be described as the increasing average temperature of the oceans and atmosphere of the Earth which began to go-up in the late 19th century and it’s expected to keep rising (Simon 45). Ever since the early 20th century, the average surface temperature of the Earth has...
Introduction Alternative energy is a term used to describe any source of energy that replaces the usage of fuel as the source of energy and they are deemed not to have the negative effects that are accrued with the usage of fossil fuels. Fossil fuel and nuclear energy has been...
Introduction As early as the 18th century, people realized climate change was a massive threat to Earth. For a long time, it has been a major social crisis. Clemens et al. (2020) establish that the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) was established in 1988 in response to the first...
Introduction This article investigates how the significant coral bleaching event in the Great Barrier Reef (GBR) affected tourists’ attitudes and beliefs regarding climate risk. The study examines tourists’ emotional responses and how they saw the GBR. It discovers how their individual experiences, media coverage, and information-sharing impacted their opinions on...
Introduction The issue of climate change has recently gained importance for governments and populations all around the world. The aviation sector, responsible for about 2.5% of worldwide carbon dioxide emissions, is one of the most significant contributors to international greenhouse gas emissions (Capaz et al., 2021). Terrenoire et al. (2019)...
Introduction Natural ponds are bodies of water that have formed independently and are characterized by their shallow depth and the presence of various aquatic creatures. Pond biology is intriguing because it is a sophisticated ecosystem in which numerous species interact with one another. Water, stones, soil, air, and sunshine are...
Introduction Natural environments have a direct relationship with the inhabitant’s culture. Different ecosystems worldwide have evolved due to the resident’s way of life. One thousand years ago, the environmental features of eco-regions significantly impacted the culture and people living in the regions. However, as the population grew and people interacted...
Introduction The use of gasoline engines causes significant danger to the environment, which can harm people and could harm Australia’s sustainable development programs. To ease the damage from such gas emissions into the atmosphere, the government of Australia has developed a unique strategy for introducing zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) and products...
Introduction The Chinese energy system currently heavily relies on using coal. Two-thirds of China’s electricity supply depends on coal, causing more greenhouse gas emissions than any other country (Zhang and Chen, 2022). At the same time, China is moving towards renewable energy at the same pace as the rest of...
Introduction Imagine a world where clean, renewable energy is within reach. The Paris Agreement aims to limit global warming to less than 2 degrees Celsius (°C ) above preindustrial levels, with efforts to limit it to 1.5 °C by 2100 (Meng et al., 2020). The impacts of the increase in...
Introduction Global climate change includes various aspects affecting the planet from environmental and economic perspectives. A rapid glacial melt belongs to the list of challenges humanity faces today. One should not underestimate the importance of glaciers for Earth and the negative consequences of accelerating thaw. Glacial ice plays a vital...
The information revolution characterizes the period of change propelled by the development of computer technology. Technological advancements impact people’s lives, primarily through the internet, where visual communication webs deliver gigantic amounts of data. Organizations and governments continue to expand internet connectivity due to user population growth and opening up remote...
Renewable technology is becoming increasingly popular in today’s world. These inventions are often presented as alternative eco-friendly solution that eliminates fossil fuels. However, some of these alternatives also have negative aspects. It is essential for humans to consider both pros and cons. Using alternative energy sources has a more positive...
Nature with its resources is a necessary condition for people’s lives. Throughout the centuries-old history, the environment has ensured the vital activity of mankind and provided opportunities for further sustainable development, which implies meeting the needs of the population living at the present time, without harming subsequent generations. Difficulties appeared...
Humans are simultaneously a product and a shaping force of their environment. A significant body of research exists to determine and evaluate how humans have interacted with each other and their environment throughout centuries (Peoples & Bailey, 2017). In their works, Ferguson (2021), Meskel (2018), and Hodder (2018) discuss different...
Introduction Rachel Carson and Jared Diamond are authors of works that focus on the human relationship to the environment. In their works, they explore the subject of ethics and its influence on how a person behaves toward the nature that surrounds him or her. The authors make ethical arguments that...
Introduction Sacramento has long suffered from California’s notoriously bad air quality. Wildfire smoke, industrial pollution, and transportation emissions contribute to some of the worst air quality in the country. Regarding short-term particle pollution, the American Lung Association lists Sacramento as the sixth most polluted city in the United States. The...
Critical analysis of the issue The waste hierarchy is the basis for a circular economy that has changed consumption and business models. It emphasizes prevention, reduction, and reuse or recycling as important waste management methods for achieving sustainability goals, including SDG 12. Reducing waste generation and unnecessary resource use is...
Integrated Ocean Policy in Fiji in the Context of Blue Economy An Integrated Ocean policy in the context of the blue economy of a Pacific island country such as Fiji refers to the sustainable use of resources derived from the ocean to promote economic growth while protecting the marine environment....
Salish Sea’s unique geography puts it between major Canadian and American port cities, making it a vital element of the local economy. This situation presents many ecological hazards, primarily due to the region’s industrialization and tourism sector. For example, the Port of Seattle has recently proposed to expand one of...
Pollution of the oceans, which subsequently throw waste on the beaches, is an acute problem of modern society. There are currently over 5.5 trillion plastic waste floating in the world’s waters (Senko et al., 2020). Every year, approximately 300,000 tons of debris rises from the bottom to the surface, causing...
U.S. Energy Mix The Historical Energy Mix In 1950, most of the energy was produced from coal (13.3 quadrillion British energy units) and petroleum (13.3 quadrillion). Natural gas had a smaller share (6 quadrillion) and an even smaller share the hydroelectric power (3 quadrillion) (U.S. Energy Information Administration, 2022). The...
Introduction The topic of nuclear waste is a major concern in a modern world that requires attention and evidence-based solutions. The existing barriers correlating with the issue are not only dangerous from an ecologic standpoint but, at the same time, directly affect both human and environmental well-being. Despite regulations being...
Introduction This memorandum is about an overview of the chemical pollution incident caused by a train derailment in Ohio alongside possible remedies to combat the pollution resulting from such accidents. The Ohio disaster served as a stark reminder of the environmental, health, and economic risks associated with train derailments. As...
Introduction The environmental scan of the West Milford Township School District in New Jersey has identified several problems or factors that need to be addressed. Some main issues include poor air quality, water quality, and school waste management, which must be addressed using appropriate methods. There are concerns regarding using...
Introduction The key factors selected for analysis from the file are school improvement change initiative for climate change and school leadership for environmental degradation. The current status of the climate change and environmental degradation in a school district in New Jersey can be described as one which has resulted into...
Poor countries have gradually continued to suffer the perils of climate change since the onset of industrialization. Developed countries have often converted poor countries into dumping places for their industrial wastes. In addition, developed countries have taken a toll in the emission of the largest percentage of carbon IV oxide...
Introduction The dam from the Elwha River was removed to restore the population of salmon and its runs. The question is whether other barriers in the same area should be removed and what the potential benefits and problems are concerning dam removal. Discussion Therefore, one of the dams present for...
Veganism is a popular trend these days, especially in the West. Schools across the US declare Meat-Free Mondays, food chains offer vegan menus to cater to specific tastes, and protests against meat production take all sorts of forms. In some cases, naked women package themselves in plastic and stand in...
