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Global Warming, 2007.
This paper discusses global warming and the possible solutions.
1,028 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 25.95
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The paper explores global warming and looks at automobile emissions, the greenhouse effect, technological developments and individual attitudes. The paper discusses automobile emissions solutions that propose using alternative fuel sources such as hydrogen, or hybrid vehicles that run on both gas and electricity. These vehicles have a more efficient fuel economy and lessen dependence on oil. The paper suggests decreasing greenhouse gas emissions and improving new emissions-reducing technologies.
Outline:
Introduction
Automobile Emission
The Greenhouse Effect
Technological Developments
Individual Attitudes
Solutions for Global Warming
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"As it relates to the impact of automobile emissions on global warming, carbon emissions from automobiles seem to be the most detrimental. According to an article found in Science and Technology the Marrakech meeting that took place in 2001, found that America and other developed countries needs to reduce emissions to 95% of the 1990 level within ten years (Griffin et al). The article also explains that America is responsible for 25% of all the carbon emissions in the world. The most consistent source for carbon emissions is the transportation system (Griffin et al). For instance, SUV's, cars, minivans and light trucks are responsible for 20% of CO2 emissions in the United States (Griffin et al). The author points out that even though fuel economy has improved, gas consumption has increased because of the different types of vehicles that are on the road."
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Taxing the Timber Industry, 2007.
This paper explores proposed changes in policy for the forestry industry that would encourage sustainable development.
2,500 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 52.95
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The paper explains that timber is not only an important economic commodity, it also plays an important role in the ability of the earth to sustain life on our planet. The forest is an integral part of the soil cycle, water cycle and the removal of carbon dioxide from our air, yet the timber industry involves removing these vital trees. The paper explores how taxation would be an effective means to accomplish the goals of sustainable development in the forestry industry. The paper uses the Georgia Pacific as a case study for the application of the proposed changes in policy.
Outline:
Introduction
General Information
Strategy
Costs
Possible Complications
Conclusion
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"The timber industry is not to blame for these problems. Many of the timber companies have an active program in place to assure that they are following proper management practices including reforestation. Many have policies regarding the use of sustainable management practices such as select cutting, rather than clear cutting stands (Georgia Pacific 2006). Georgia Pacific is one of the biggest timber companies in the world and stands as an industry leader in the forestry products sector of the market. This company is an industry leader and as such has an important role in setting an example for other companies to follow. They have a social responsibility to carry out their harvests using the most ethical methods possible."
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The Power of Coal, 2006.
An in-depth discussion regarding the properties and uses of the different types of coal.
2,300 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 12 sources, MLA, £ 48.95
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This paper discusses the use of coal as a fuel. The paper reviews the properties of coal and the different mining methods. The paper also discusses the impact the use of coal has on the environment.
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"One way to lower down the carbon dioxide production of an energy plant is by making it more efficient, that is generating more energy with less fuel. A process called gasification converts coal to gas. This process is about 40 percent efficient as opposed to a steam driven coal plant with an efficiency of about 36 percent. However for the short run and maybe the long run as well, the most important new source of energy from the Rocky Mountain West will be coal. Earlier in the century small amounts of western coal were used to power steam locomotives. With the introduction of diesels after World War II, however, western coal production dropped off to very minimal levels. Then, in the early 1970s transportation of low-sulfur western coal to new coal-burning power plants in parts of the Midwest became economic. Because of environmental regulations, it had become cheaper to import western coal than to install the expensive scrubbers needed to clean high-sulfur eastern and mid-western coal. "
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Renewable Energy & Environmental Policy, 2005.
A review of renewable energy and federal and state government tax credits being offered to businesses and consumers who purchase and install renewable energy systems.
3,554 words (approx. 14.2 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 68.95
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This paper defines renewable energy, reviews the need for renewable energy and discusses the benefits of renewable energy use. The paper further discusses the tax credits that are currently being offered for the purchase and installation of renewable energy systems. The paper then analyzes the effectiveness of this tax credit policy.
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"There are many origins of renewable energy. Renewable energy can be derived from wind energy, water power, solar energy, geothermal energy, biomass as in liquid biofuel, biogas and solid biomass. Because of the large number of sources for renewable energy, the United States could be self sufficient in harvesting this form of energy which is one of the bonuses it offers. This is one of the reasons the federal government is now offering tax incentives for renewable energy systems. "One of the major goals of this policy is to reduce our dependence on imported oil and OPEC's influence on free market prices by utilizing more of our own domestic energy resources, including renewables" (News, p. 1). "
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Affordable Housing, 2007.
This paper examines the government's housing program for those in need.
1,797 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 9 sources, MLA, £ 39.95
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The paper discusses the Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Public Housing Program which was set up to provide good and secured rental housing for eligible families with low incomes, the elderly and persons having disabilities. The paper describes how HUD functions with the mission to promote sufficient and low-cost housing, economic opportunity and a proper living environment free from discrimination. The paper discusses how providing housing needs to the homeless is a fulfillment of the social obligation of the government and therefore the government should play a major role in meeting the funding requirements to make housing affordable to the lower income sections of society.
Outline:
Introduction
Analysis
Conclusion
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"In a December 1999 survey of U.S. Conference of Mayors proved that in 26 of the largest cities, the total no. of requests for food and shelter had gone up by 18% and 12% respectively as compared to the pervious year's figures. However, there are a lot of families and individuals whose income is less than the poverty line. It has been by and large been consented by the economists, the HUD and housing experts that rent must be 30% of an individual or household income. In case the rent is 50% or more of one's income, the person of the family is considered to be at risk of homelessness or 'shelter poor'. For instance in Boston, an estimated 39,000 families are there who pay in excess of 50% of their income on rent and who would be eligible for housing subsidies."
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Bald Eagles, 2007.
This paper analyzes the National Geographic article entitled, 'Bald Eagles Come Back From The Brink' (2002) by John Eliot.
954 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 23.95
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In this essay, the writer discusses that in the National Geographic article entitled, 'Bald Eagles Come Back From The Brink', John Eliot outlines the near extinction and the recovery of the bald eagle. The writer notes that the article clearly summarizes the general events that led up to the near extinction of these iconic birds. Further the writer points out that the article also stresses how their relative isolation played a valuable part in their protection from complete annihilation.
The writer maintains that the article is concisely written and covers the main aspects. However, the writer argues, that it fails to deal with much of the detail and particularly the environmental issues and critiques that accompany the story of the bald eagle. The writer concludes that as a brief overview, the article pinpoints certain critical historical events and areas of interest.
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"The situation was further exacerbated by the enactment of a bounty on the birds in 1917 by the territorial legislature. The article points out that before this legislation was repealed in 1953 more than 128, 000 bald eagles had been killed; as a result the bald eagle population was to take another twenty years to reestablish itself. This recovery was aided by the Endangered Species Act of 1973."
"The author also points out that the situation was worse in the lower 48 states where the bird's isolation was not as extreme. An important aspect is that the Bald Eagle protection act of 1940 did not cover the danger of pesticides to the birds and their habitat."
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Globalization and the Society, 2007.
This paper discusses the topic of globalization and also looks at sustainability.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 32.95
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In this essay the writer discusses that the problems regarding globalization and the prospective of sustainable development have mostly been dealt with at an academic and political level. The writer maintains that further efforts have to be focused on stressing the importance of sustainability in the eyes of the public. The writer examines various books regarding globalization and maintains that there is definitely, nowadays, a need for behavioral change, but many of the values and the attitudes that reflect them are already in place. The writer concludes that the change has to be reflected in governmental, corporate, social and individual behavior. No matter how important the issue or the solution, sustainability efforts have to be integrated in order to ensure success.
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"Sustainable development can also be defined by what it hopes to achieve. There were, in the last half of century, different documents written and different congresses organized on the topic. It is helpful to further investigate distinct sets of goals that use different time-horizons: short-term, two-generation goals and long-term. Major concerns regard climate, clean air, land and ocean productivity, fresh water and biodiversity. On the short term, these can be achieved through equity, health, education, housing and security. Preserving the essential health, services, and beauties of the environment requires special efforts from each community. It is unproductive to think that one community is more culpable than another and, thus, should make more efforts. The environmental problems concern all people."
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Environmental Problems, 2007.
A study of the environmental damage caused to the Middle East's natural resources.
2,124 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 45.95
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The paper illustrates in detail how industrial development, political changes and war in the Middle East have created a train of environmental and health problems today. It discusses the problems and notes that there have been efforts at addressing environmental degradation in the region. The paper maintains, however, that the complexity of the issue requires stronger commitment, especially in relation to legislative frameworks, resources, coordination between policies and strategies. It also points out that environmental degradation, such as wetland destruction and water depletion or loss, is also critical in countries in Asia and in Europe.
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"Already scarce arable land is getting lost to desertification. Hazardous wastes, sewage, agricultural and other chemicals are polluting fresh water, while oil pollutes coastal zones. Coastal zone pollution, in turn, puts coral reefs, wild fowl and fishing areas at great risk. Massive and unprecedented urbanization, migration from the rural areas and resettlement of political refugees and foreign workers drain city services (VanderMeer). The great oasis of the Middle East, Mesopotamia, has lost 93% of its wetlands and what remains is now threatened to be blotted out by a war."
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Environmental Controls, 2007.
An analysis of the effects of poor environmental controls in many parts of the world.
1,329 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 30.95
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This paper concentrates on studies of the process of strategic planning for service organizations that are involved in the control of environmental difficulties. The paper uses examples from suffering parts of the world and discusses the effects of the poor environmental controls that are being felt by a large section of the population in quite a few countries.
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"When this particular plan was made for Lake Victoria, in Africa, the opinion was collected from all the concerned people and thus the environmental problems were quantified. It was seen that a lot of the problems came from the very rapid growth of population in the area. This was followed up by the extensive effort of finding out the quality and quantity of pollutants that were present in the area. Only after this was a composition of plans for the control of these problems feasible. The result is determination of human and institutional capacity increases. The activities involved are "fisheries research and management, water hyacinth control, improving water quality and better management for use of land". (Orach-Meza, 2001) Thus one can say that for correct strategic planning it is important to make a total plan, take the opinion of all persons involved with the activity for which the plan is being made, think about the long term and make sure that the plan will be supported by all."
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Reviving New Orleans, 2007.
A discussion of the technological, educational and security needs involved in reviving the port of New Orleans.
2,107 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 45.95
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The paper discusses what needs to be done in order to revive the port of New Orleans. The paper further discusses the specific actions needed for New Orleans to lure more shipping business into its port. The paper examines how technological education and training must be provided, in order for the flow-of-goods to occur to the ports located along the nation's coast. The paper concludes that the potential exists in the area for the creation of more jobs than were available prior to the devastation created by Hurricane Katrina.
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Statement of Thesis
Introduction
I. Historical, Present And Future Importance Of The Port In The U.S. Supply Chain
Planned Improvements
Regulations And Requirements To Consider
Port Of New Orleans: Security, Education & Technology
Incorporating An Efficient Supply Chain For Shippers
Federal Government Funding For The Effort
Summary And Conclusion
Bibliography
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"The part that New Orleans Port plays in the U.S. supply chain is a critical one, so critical that the disaster that took place due to Hurricane Katrina is stated to be "likely to drag down U.S. economic growth in the months ahead." (Helman, 2005) Economists believe that the effects "may be more lasting than those that usually follow big storms due to the "severity of the damage" (Helman, 2005) as well as the "unique geography of the New Orleans region." (Helman, 2005)"
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Hexane, 2006.
An in-depth look at the substance, hexane.
4,147 words (approx. 16.6 pages), 9 sources, MLA, £ 77.95
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This paper discusses the substance, hexane, otherwise known as n-hexane or Hexyl hydride. According to the paper, Hexane is manufactured by the refining process of crude oil and the correct composition of the fraction depends more or less on the source of the oil that is crude or refined and the limitations of refining. The paper goes on to discuss the toxicity of Hexane to the environment and the effect it has on a human when consumed or absorbed into the bloodstream.
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"Now let us understand about the toxicity of Hexane to the environment. The severe toxicity of hexane in human beings remains comparatively low, even though it is a soft anesthetic. (Industrial products: Energizing Business) Hexane can get inside the human body through the lungs in case it is present inside the air one breathes. It has also the possibilities of entering the human body through the stomach as also the intestines in case it is present in the water we drink or food we eat or can pass through the skin in case one comes into contact with it. The quantity that the hexane goes into the human body is dependent on the degree one is exposed and also its amount. While we inhale hexane, it gets into our bloodstream and is transmitted to every other organ of the body. Hexane is broken down by the liver. In case of one gets exposure to high concentrations of hexane ranging over an extended period of time, one of these breakdown products might entail damage to the nervous system of humans. "
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National Environmental Policies in Australia, 2006.
A review of major national environmental policy-making institutions and policies in Australia.
2,551 words (approx. 10.2 pages), 15 sources, MLA, £ 53.95
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This paper reviews how Australia is currently confronted with vital problems jeopardizing the condition of the environment and weakening its economic and social development. The paper reports how the important concerns are the conditions of the soil, water and the likely effect of changes in climatic conditions due to greenhouse gases.
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"Yet another issue is that although Australia is the driest continent on this planet, it ranks fifth on the per capita consumption of water in the world. Per day average household consumption of water is estimated to be nearly 300 liters, which is double the worldwide average. Half of the domestic water usage is spent on watering of household gardens. The increased levels of water consumption due to rising populations and more water usage in homes is untenable, considering the reality that drawing out water from several catchments are reaching capacity levels. Even prior to the recent droughts, several catchment levels were at their unprecedented low as compared to their net potential. Whereas the water policy of 'pay as per use' has lessened or contained the demand of water since the bygone decade in majority of the principal capital cities, the argument goes on regarding the practicality of these policies on a more broad based manner. (Sustaining Australia sustainable development issues facing Australia to 2025)
In another effort to deal with the environmental problems, the Australian Government passed the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act during 1999 in a wide-ranging initiative to delineate the environmental task of the Commonwealth in keeping with its consciousness of the environmental problems which the nation is presently passing through, inclusive of the urban air quality and pollution problems. The law took a leap in attempting to harmonize National, State and Territory measures to safeguard the environment, giving Commonwealth leadership with due respect to State and Territory control. Nevertheless, environmental headway for Australia continues to be sluggish due to want of unambiguous leadership at the federal level. "
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Recycling of Cardboard and Paper, 2007.
A discussion on whether cardboard and paper are wastes worth recycling.
8,182 words (approx. 32.7 pages), 28 sources, APA, £ 121.95
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This paper explores the following hypothesis: "Recycling of paper and cardboard yields contemporary and future benefits worth salvaging efforts." Recycling strategies employed by prominent recycling proponents, such as Bryan LGH in Lincoln, Nebraska are explored, while other recycling components, including details of the process are expounded. Complimentary as well as contrary reasons to recycle paper and cardboard are also evaluated. In conjunction with an extensive review of pertinent literature, along with researched garnered from Web resources, determinations are made regarding the hypothesis for this thesis. The ultimate determination, while agreeing with and confirming that benefits from recycling paper and cardboard are worth salvaging efforts, encourages ongoing studies regarding this subject.
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Introduction: Waste Not
Recycling Rationale
Looping Through the Loop
Recycling Facts
Processing "Proof"
Conclusion
The New End
Bibliography
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"In addition to saving the cost of sending mounds of cardboard to a landfill, which would include hauling and landfill fees, BryanLGH receives fair market price for the cardboard bales. BryanLGH also collects mounds of used paper and shreds the mass to be picked up for recycling by Robert Recycling, another positive environmental practice that cuts costs and brings in funds, as this effort complies with HIPAA (American Health Insurance portability and Accountability Act). (Prenosil, 2006)."
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