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Sustainable Development, 2008.
This paper explores sustainable development and the Clean Water Act.
2,096 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 65.95
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The paper explains that sustainable development involves balancing human needs with the preservation and protection of the natural environment. The paper then discusses the Clean Water Act and its many environmental and social benefits but highlights the difficulty in enforcing this type of legislation. The paper concludes that individuals that are concerned about their environment must speak up and make a strong case for sustainable development.
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"The term 'sustainable development' is one that many people still do not understand the meaning of, and there are arguments as to whether it is even a correct and proper term for what it is intending to describe. Broadly, however, sustainable development involves the balancing act that is required between human needs and the preservation and protection of the natural environment (Girard, 1998). This balance is not easy to attain, because there are always individuals ready to argue for one side of the issue or the other, and often they have difficulty finding any kind of willingness to meet in the middle. This is unfortunate, but it is the human condition in today's society and it does not appear to be changing. "
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Hybrid Car Technology, 2008.
An in-depth discussion on the challenges involved with hybrid car technology.
3,539 words (approx. 14.2 pages), 22 sources, APA, $ 99.95
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The paper explains that although the new vehicle technologies such as hybrid electric automobiles and diesel-electric buses and trucks are lauded as important tools in the fight against global warming and rising fuel costs, they also pose new challenges and risks. The paper then discusses the social and cultural issues that any changing technology faces in the market. The paper also looks at the many other concerns with the technology and the design used in hybrid cars. The paper concludes that educating the public and ensuring that good safety standards are observed can help ensure that the new auto technology will prove to be safe for all concerned.
Outline:
Introduction
Discussion
Conclusion
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"The trend to save the environment for future generations while at the same time maintain our current lifestyle has proved to be a constant struggle. One of the most discussed and debated issue of modern time is the increased use of petroleum based products for automobiles. Cars are considered consumer goods. There is an expectation then, that autos will be updated within three to five years. Automobiles are run using an internal combustion (IC) engine that burn hydrocarbons to generate energy that helps move the vehicle. Currently, the two most commonly used hydrocarbons are gasoline and diesel."
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Extinction, 2008.
An examination of extinction and its relation to the total ecosystem.
1,674 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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The paper discusses that fact that the ability of a species to survive the extinction of another, depends on its ability to adapt. The paper continues and states that omnivores fair better than those with a limited range of food because if a single food source disappears from the environment, it can more easily find another suitable food source. More highly specialized members of the ecosystem will not be able to substitute food as those that can eat a variety of food. The paper details that the extinction of a single food species will quickly follow the elimination of their major food source. The paper supports the thesis that non-random species loss will have a more devastating effect on the community and than random species loss.
Outline:
Research Methods and Extinction
The Example of Plants and Avian Species
Conclusions
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" In order to understand the extent and severity of the current crisis that we are facing regarding the rapid decline in bird species, we must look to past extinction events. Geochemical analysis is often used in conjunction with paleontological data in order to examine past extinctions more closely (Martin, 2007). Fossil evidence analyzed in this manner demonstrates that increasing oxygen levels increases the number of species as well. As oxygen levels decrease, the number of species in the fossil record decreases as well."
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Environmental Degradation and Poverty, 2008.
An argument that there is a strong relationship between environmental degradation and worldwide poverty.
888 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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The paper argues that there is a deep-rooted relationship between environmental degradation and poverty that is often poorly understood by policy makers at the international and local levels. The paper asserts that as a result, efforts to fight poverty in recent decades have shown slow progress. The paper examines the ways in which environmental degradation causes poverty and discusses some possible solutions to the problem.
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"The poor are particularly vulnerable to environmental degradation because most of world's poorest population lives in rural areas and is critically dependant for their livelihoods and well-being on environmental factors such as fertile soil, clean water and healthy ecosystems. This has been conclusively shown in recent reports prepared for Poverty-Environment Partnership-- a network of bilateral aid agencies-- by international agencies such as UNDP, UNEP, IIED, IUCN and WRI."
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Challenges in a Hybridized World, 2008.
An analysis of hybrid vehicles in terms of fuel-economy, servicing, safety and environmental-friendliness.
2,927 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 86.95
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This paper researches and examines the hybrid vehicle in relation to safety, features, fuel economy and the environment. It first examines a number of factors that may affect the individual's decision in making a purchase of a hybrid vehicle rather than a traditional gasoline powered vehicle. The paper also discusses the fuel-economy and the environmental-friendliness of the hybrid, as well as drawbacks relating to servicing safety of the hybrid vehicle. The paper contains an annotated bibliography, figures and graphs.
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Objective
Introduction
Summary and Conclusion
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"The battery for the hybrid vehicle consists of 250 individual cells that are similar to the shape of a size battery generally used for flashlights. Each of these individual battery cells are housed in a stainless steel case and each cell has 1.3 volts. These cells are "welded and wrapped together in groups of 5 to form a module." (FMC, 2007) Each battery pack has 50 modules with the total voltage of the battery pack is 300 volts DC. The batteries are NI-MH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) The battery pack includes sealed batteries that are much like the batteries in radio control toys, cell phones and laptop computers. Within each battery cell is a base electrolyte that consists of potassium hydroxide as the dominant active ingredient which special paper absorbs. The electrolyte will generally not leak from the battery unless it is crush and then only a few drops will generally leak. One important concern related to the hybrid vehicle is the high-voltage system in these vehicles and the dangers associated with being electrocuted."
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Disaster Management, 2008.
This paper explores the development of emergency plans for disaster preparedness, warning and relief.
3,801 words (approx. 15.2 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 104.95
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The paper discusses the options that are available to companies to manage and prevent disasters whenever possible. The paper explains that developing advance-warning systems can prevent extensive loss to life and in some cases, precautionary measures can be undertaken to prevent damages to property. The paper also shows how the best defense humans have against natural disasters such as earthquakes, volcanoes, floods, hurricanes and storm is public awareness and offering the public sufficient time for evacuation. Some aerial photos are included with the paper.
Outline:
Introduction
Tornado Trend Analysis
Confirmation of Fatalities and Injuries
Estimation of Damage to Homes, Business & Infrastructure
Debris Removal for the Purpose of Regaining
Taking Care of the People Impacted by the Tornado
Conclusion
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"The Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.) makes provisions for federal funds to be provided on a high priority basis to help mitigate hazards at local levels. In addition, the act also calls for identification and assessment of natural disasters that can disrupt the normal functioning of governments and communities, and adversely affect individuals and families with great severity. The act defines an "Emergency" as any occasion or instant for which, in the determination of the President, federal assistance is needed to supplement state and local efforts and capabilities to save lives and to protect property and public health and safety, or to lessen or avert the threat of a catastrophe in any part of the United States. (FEMA.gov, 2003)"
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Introduction to Sustainability, 2008.
This essay gives an overview to sustainability by defining it, providing examples and showing the importance of 'going green' in current society.
1,847 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 59.95
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This paper gives an introduction to sustainability. It defines some of the major terms relating to sustainability and discusses the benefits of going into sustainable practices. The paper relates, for example, that in many instances using sustainable practices can save money and allow the reuse of materials that in the past were discarded and sent to the landfills. It also discusses the certification process of becoming a qualified sustainable business and gives business profiles of certain companies that are 'going green'.
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"Just about any day of the week a person can pick up the daily newspaper or go online and find articles about companies that are showing signs - directly or in terms of strategic planning - of supporting sustainability within their own corporate framework or elsewhere in the world. For example, in April, 2008 Marriott Corporation announced that it has pledged $2 million in order to protect a rainforest in Brazil. This money will go to the 'Amazons sustainable Foundation,' which oversees the protection efforts of 1.4 million acres of the rainforest.
"The article appeared in GreenBiz.com and points out that hotel guests ad Marriott Hotels will soon have technologies in their rooms that will allow them to calculate and pay the cost of the greenhouse gas emissions that are associated with their hotel stay, the article explains. The money they elect to contribute - based on their carbon footprint during they stay - will go into the fund to support the rainforest sustainability efforts."
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Urbanization, 2008.
A look at how sustainable development policies could solve the problems of urbanization.
1,920 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 61.95
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This paper presents an examination of urbanization and how the problems of urbanization can be met with a policy of sustainable development. The writer explores various key issues and matches them with sustainable development policies that address those issues.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Sustainable Development
Urbanization
Sustainable Development as a Policy against Urbanization Problems
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"Policies of sustainable development should include policies with regard to world pollution. If environmental issues are not tackled now and dealt with in a manner that will provide the future with natural resources the future looks very dim. As long as sustainable development policies are in place to carefully and strategically plan the use of the earth's resources while at the same time working to replace them as often as needed this will be one element of sustainable development that can be successful."
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The Promise of the Suburbs, 2008.
This paper explores the power of the suburban ideal upon the modern American consciousness.
969 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 34.95
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The paper looks at the history of the American dream of home ownership that was realized with the advent of Levittown, or small, suburban planned communities. The paper discusses how these suburban communities allowed individuals to have a sense of personal space, be away from their extended families and nearby neighbors and escape the grime, enforced ethnicity or closed nature of many urban communities. The paper highlights that Americans' aspirations to shape their lives by changing their physical environment reveals much about the American subconscious.
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"To understand the power of the suburban ideal upon the modern American consciousness it is necessary to go far back in American history, even before the ideal of "Leave it to Beaver" became the benchmark of wholesomeness in the American cultural mindset. The photographs of Jacob Riis of tenement life during the turn of the 20th century are a powerful testimony to the cramped, dehumanized conditions of individuals living in urban locations, the result of rapid urbanization and a rapid rise in immigration. Even in the 19th century, as America was only beginning to industrialize, the ideal of the suburban homesteader proclaimed that finding one's own patch of land, rather than renting and dwelling in close proximity to other people in a rented space was the only true, right way to live."
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Energy Efficiency, 2008.
Argues the need for a better approach to energy efficiency by the government.
815 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 29.95
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This paper argues that energy conservation is not something that can be easily overlooked because lack of efficiency in the utilization of energy is costing the US dearly. The paper first explains what is
meant by energy efficiency and then goes on to discuss the advantages of using renewable sources of energy. The paper concludes that we have to become more efficient and economical when it comes to energy and at the same time, we need to become actively involved in adopting greener sources of energy.
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"Solar energy that causes less pollution than coal-based energy is not used as often as we should because it cannot be created with as much ease as the latter source. In order to translate solar power into electricity, greater power generation prowess is to be utilized. This is what has led to decreased use of renewable sources. Everywhere we see, the energy that we are consuming is coming from sources other than sun and wind. Interestingly while rapidly vanishing reservoirs of energy are easier to produce, they cannot be replenished with ease and the exact opposite is true for renewable sources.".
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