The Bhopal gas tragedy occurred on 3 December 1984 in the city of Bhopal, India. The plant had been designed to produce Carbaryl chemical, which is used as an insecticide. The cause of the tragedy became controversial and it provoked two distinct lines of debate. One side believed that slack management was the cause of […]
There is no secret that over the past few years, ecological issues have appeared on the agenda and have been staying there since. Indeed, in the light of the effect that people have on the Earth, its inhabitants and nature, it is especially important to learn about the fragile balance that live and inanimate elements […]
The article U.S., China agrees on climate steps to curb emissions by Howard Schneider highlights a detailed analysis on current climate development. The article was published on The Washington Post. The author gives the details of the recent agreement between the United States and China on pollution. The agreement between the two countries was to […]
Introduction Water pollution refers to a situation where impurities find way into water bodies such as rivers, lakes, and ground water. Pollution manifests when impurities enter water bodies through various direct or indirect processes (Beard, 2012). Contamination of water affects survival of plants and other living organisms within its ecological context. Pollution affects ecological balance […]
Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are potential atmospheric pollutants comprising of used aromatic rings and do not have substituent or heteroatoms. They are found in coal, oil and deposits of tar and are byproducts of both biomass and fossil fuel burning. They are of great concern when they are pollutants. This is because they easily mix […]
Introduction The success of an innovation is largely dependant on vital intelligence which when incorporated into the open innovation process, may produce what the innovators call technical thrust1. Reflectively, when properly planned and executed, intelligence is the main force behind successful and accelerated innovation2. On the boundary spanners, innovations should be fairly fast and inclusive […]
Dealing with landscape ecology issues involves a detailed analysis of the problems occurring not only within small areas, but also on a much bigger scale, which means that the phenomenon of spatial scale must be introduced. Allowing to draw the line between the issues that can be handled on a relatively small scale and the […]
Of all the things that surround us, landscape seems by far the most stable of all; when looking beyond the horizon, one might think that years will pass, people will come and leave, but the mountains in the distance will always remain in their places. However, this stability is only an illusion; according to the […]
Afforestation in Hong Kong is one of the topics of the on-going debate on sustainability. Chinese government is trying to address the problems related to environmental problems and afforestation is seen as one of possible effective ways to solve such issues as soil erosion, vast amounts of carbon dioxide, etc. (Xin, 2012). Though, it is […]
Sharks are vibrant apex predators, which are generally important in the maritime lifecycle. However, the larger ones are worn-out quicker than they are expected to breed. In fact, this portends the dependability of aquatic ecosystem around the globe. It is zealous having sharks given that for more than forty million years, they have been necessary […]
Introduction There are many ways to evaluate the changes within a specific ecosystem in a particular landscape. Among the most efficient methods, a comparison between the historical and the present-day landscape can be used (Hessburg, Agee & Franklin, 2005). With the help of the latter, it is possible to find out whether the impact on […]
Introduction Mangroves are woody plants that thrive in shallow seawater in coastlines and estuaries. The plants are salt tolerant and only within the last decade did scientists acknowledge their significance towards the marine environment. For instance, a Florida survey in the 1970s referred to the mangroves as “…freaks of nature… and a form of wasteland…” […]
Researchers and engineers use various methods in order to evaluate the environmental impacts of products and processes. One of the most popular approaches is life-cycle assessment which is often used by modern companies and environmental agencies. However, there are other tools that can be adopted. This paper is aimed at discussing such techniques as Fuzzy […]
Tracking the occurrence of endangered species is extremely important to keep their population stable and prevent these species from extinction. An important tool used to define the specific occurrences of a certain species, spatial prediction can help locate the natural habitat of the Spotted Jumping Slug (Slimus swansonii) and, therefore, help the given species become […]
The third millennium has brought a number of changes in every single sphere of people’s lives, and ecology is no exception. In the present-day world, when people live in an information society, a new phenomenon has entered the realm of ecology to change the later once and for all; called Geographic Information Systems, or GIS, […]
The economic growth witnessed in the 20th century was accompanied by extremely high levels of environmental degradation (Smith, Harggroves & Desha, 2010). This form of degradation was so significant that the existence of the planet was endangered. As a result, several countries started revising their economic development strategies by including environmental preservation (Smith, Harggroves & […]
The earth is evolving at a remarkable rate. It is also changing rapidly. To many, evolution refers to better species and strength. However, change also refers to negative things. The major cause of change and evolution is human interaction. The rising population of mankind has also led to physical changes, like the building of cities […]
Background Bhopal gas tragedy is an industrial accident happened in India in December of 1984. The significant release of such a hazardous gas as methyl isocyanate at the Union Carbide India Limited (UCIL) plant in Bhopal led to deaths of about 3,000 people during the first week after the accident. The water entered the tank […]
Available literature demonstrates that, although early climate change science has its roots in the early 1800s, it has nevertheless continued to influence modern-day thinking on climate change and related concepts, including the greenhouse effect and global warming (Nierenberg, Tschinkel & Tschinkel 319). The present paper traces the contributions of early scientists such as Joseph Fourier, […]
Though each of the watersheds in the estuaries and coastal areas is distinctive, they are all under threat from the effects of global warming (Gönenç 178). As such, several forces have contributed to the degradation of these watersheds. A number of these result from human activities that speed up global warming. Environment and land alterations, […]
An Overview of the Report This report is about an industrial site that has been used for discarding wastes by two companies. The companies have been operating for a period close to sixty years. The site is situated on the upper side of a residential area and separated by an approximate distance of one mile. […]
Introduction Dan Olmsted and Mark Blaxill wrote the article about the new evidence on Tics and Toxins. It was written in July 2012. In the month of September 2011, schoolchildren at Leroy Junior-Senior high school were affected by tic disorder. Eighteen students were affected and after tests, the State Health Department reported that they had […]
Introduction Forests should be managed in an ecologically sustainable perspective which entails management of forest ecosystems, wood production as well as non-timber values. There is need of maintaining integrity of the ecosystem through establishment of wide range and even distribution of forest structures, species composition as well as biological diversity (Swanson and Franklin, 1992). Ecologically […]
Climate change is now recognized as a major environmental problem. Today, many regions have been found challenging to live in due to harsh climatic conditions, putting the lives of many animals and plants on the line. The ever-increasing cases of prolonged droughts continue to endanger all life forms in the region. As result, the diversity […]
Industrial processes have varied impacts on the environment. Depending on the intensity of these environmental impacts, these processes can be streamlined to ensure sustainability of resources within the industrial set up. (Ayres & Ayres, 2002) Industrial ecology is an environmental agenda where industrial systems are modified to enhance sustainability of resources and limiting environmental degradation. […]
“Eco-Warriors” is a book that investigates the actions of environmentalists using both historical and philosophical accounts. The author of this book is Rik Scarce a sociologist at Skidmore College and he refers to the several environmental organizations in this book. This paper provides a review of Scarce’s book in the view of the effects that […]
After taking the “ecological footprint quiz”, it has occurred to me that human beings are no longer living in a sustainable world. The footprint analysis is one of the best tools that can help people reexamine their assets and resources. The obtained results explain that human beings are consuming more resources than their planet can […]
Abstract People often take nature and its elements for granted. As a result of negligence and the inconsistent analysis of wildlife, a number of species disappear every year. Although bighorn sheep are not yet on the verge of disappearing, the number of their species is declining rapidly due to the changes in the habitat. With […]
Site Overview The derelict site was hitherto used by two industries, which have remained nonfunctional for the past sixty years. There are 100 drums buried underground and, unfortunately, their contents are not indicated. The drums show a sign of cracking and a, strong pungent, smell is felt in the air at the site. This must […]
The Galapagos Islands are one of the archipelagos renowned as one of the most beautiful places in the world, “the ecological and evolutionary processes characteristics of the Islands have been minimally affected by human activity. However, due to the impact of human activity, such as tourism and fisheries management, for example, the archipelago is recognized […]
Recycling allows people turn waste materials into something new and useful. In such way, we gain the opportunity not only to save our environment but also to reduce utilizing of raw materials. Car recycling is also dedicated to these purposes. More than 70 percent less energy is used to recycle metal instead of making new […]
Renewable energy technologies now have become representatives of a common source of energy. The benefits of using this measure are unrivaled due to its environmentally friendly origin and reduction of resource usage. Over the past decade, the renewable energy distribution has expanded tremendously, thus inducing growth in all sectors. The presented report not only draws […]
Bhanarkar, A. D., Gajghate, D. G., & Hasan, M. Z. (2003). Assessment of impacts of a fossil fuel based power plant. International Journal of Environmental Studies, 60(4), 325-333. Type: Research Paper Main Argument/Research Question:The main argument of this particular research paper is that fossil fuel powerplants produce a significant degree of pollution which creates a negative […]
EPA Regulations and the Impact on Transportation Standards The objective of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is to establish a program that helps to minimize the greenhouse gas emission. The agency works in liaison with other organizations like the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to enhance fuel efficiency. The growth in international trade has […]
The Effect of specific land use practices (sewage treatment, arable farming, livestock farming) on the dispersal of these pollutants to surface waters. The nitrogen cycle has a problem in that human beings are contributing to twice the nitrogen entry into the land-based nitrogen cycle (Vitousek et al, 1997). The alterations due to human domination have […]
Introduction Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) denotes the amount of dissolved oxygen in a water body required by aerobic microbes to oxidize organic matter in a water sample at a specific temperature over a fixed time. The term, BOD, may also be taken to signify the chemical process used to measure this amount. A more refined […]
Modern world seems impossible without innovative design decisions at the streets. It seems rational to apply architectural ideas to restore old items on the streets, however, not many people think about ecology when they are offered to make a new architectural thing. The idea of a good design varies from person to person. A good […]
Introduction: The Significance of the Issue In the age when the environmental awareness has become an integral part of everyone’s life, the issue of drinking water pollution causes considerable anxiety and demands immediate solutions. Unfortunately, in the light of the recent conducted researches, the fact that drinking water is being polluted by large amounts of […]
Introduction Anticipating change in the planetary system and especially the biosphere has become a modern preoccupation. The need to know, and to know instantaneously, what is happening to different ecosystems across the globe has brought ecologists out of corners of research departments into the limelight. Mass media and the culture of open access to information […]
Introduction There are adverse ecological effects of genetically engineered organisms in the environment. However, they have varying effects on the environment. Nonetheless, both natural plants and animals are affected by these side effects. However, apart from the side effects on animals and plants, there are general degradation of the ecosystem that results from the associated […]
Introduction Scientists have attributed greenhouse effect or global warming as a significant factor, which is causing climate change and threatening the existence of humanity and other forms of life. Scientist argue that, greenhouse effect occurs when greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide (CO2), chlorofluorocarbons, methane, and water vapor accumulate in the atmosphere and shield the […]
Introduction The researcher hopes to make use of the participatory action research (PAR) technique to gather the necessary information to facilitate in the implementation of the current project. This will result in the generation of useful information that will in turn enable the community and project implementers to examine the developmental needs of the current […]
The earth goes through different climates, normally based on temperature and precipitation differences. Most of the organisms found on the earth’s surface have developed mechanisms to adapt to different climates, though some climatic conditions are too harsh for these animals. Drought is one of the worse climatic changes since it does not only interfere with […]
When making a choice on whether to develop land for farming or forest growing purposes, a number of innumerable factors ought to be considered. Agriculture entails apportioning land to food production and keeping of animals while forestry involves devoting land to the growth and generation of forests. It is imperative to consider some aspects when […]
Ozone layer is found on earth’s upper atmosphere. It is made of ozone (O3) which protects living things on earth from damaging effect of sun’s UV light. It is crucial to protect Ozone layer for living things to survive on earth’s surface. The various ways to protect Ozone layer include; Preventing human activities which destroy […]
Introduction One of the leading causes of global warming in the world today has been identified as carbon emissions resulting from the use of fossil fuels. The levels of pollution have indeed gone up by an alarming rate over the past few decades. This calls for the application of integrated efforts towards the reduction of […]
In simple terms, biodiversity is the number and variety of both plants and animals species within a given ecosystem which can range from a small habitat to the entire planet earth. It is the “sum total of all biotic variation from the level of genes to ecosystems” according to Andy Purvus and Andy Hector in […]
The class lessons taught about environment sustainability. Sustainability of environment refers to the ability of the world’s natural resources to satisfy our needs without becoming exhausted. This is because human beings continue to extract resources from the environment without managing the disposal of the waste that is created after the useful resources have been refined. […]
Introduction Carbon fiber consists of fiber of about 5 to 10 μm in diameter made of mostly carbon atoms. Carbon fiber is made from mainly Precursor and other materials. Polyacrylonite constitutes 90% of the carbon fiber produced while 10% is from rayon or petroleum pitch (Kroschwitz, Jacqueline & Howe-Grant, 1993). In some cases polyacrylonite is […]
Introduction Ecosystem comprises of biotic and biotic factors that are present in a given environment. The biotic factors are the living organism such as microbes, plants, and animals, while the abiotic factors are nonliving components like water, air, rocks, soil, sunlight, and topography. The interaction of biotic and abiotic factors in a certain environment occurs […]