Environmental Studies Essay Examples and Topics

The purpose of this paper is to describe and discuss the effects of mining on the environment. This approach is sustainable and capable of reducing the dangers of mining.

Sustainable development is the type of development that satisfies the current needs of the society without interfering with "the ability of the future generations to meet their own needs".

Chemicals released during the leakage were deposited in the area around the plant and have continued to seep into the groundwater.

When comparing the past and present world, it is not wrong for one to argue that there are likelihoods of extinction of all living species if pollution continues with the present rate.

Other primary causes of deforestation are construction of roads and residential houses to cater for the increasing population. As the natural habitats are destroyed, many wildlife species have been displaced and many died due to [...]

Other factors that contributed to the rise in demand of electric cars included a rise in oil prices and the need to conserve the environment by controlling the rate of greenhouse gas emission. One of [...]

The construction of the Panama Canal has profound local environmental impacts which are based on socio-political management of the project that has demonstrated the infrastructural and ecological interdependence of its service as a global transportation [...]

Wind power involves the use of turbines, the modern equivalent of windmills, to convert wind energy into a more useful form of energy.

The effects of fire are the physical, chemical and biological impacts that the fire has to the environment and the natural ecosystem.

And this is the constant increase in production capacity, the low quality of the product, and the use of the labor of the population of developing countries.

Environmental ethics is concerned with the ethical relationship of human beings with the environment. Human beings must relate ethically with all other living organisms.

This is a call to all the youths in the world, because the repercussions of our mistakes will affect all living things on earth.

In essence, the UAE has been at the forefront of protecting endangered species from extinction and promoting an increment in their population, by putting up breeding programmes which help in multiplication of such animals.

It is a fact that people sometimes dispose of many useful things and at the same time, the things that end up in the garbage can say a lot about the person who put them [...]

Moreover, environmental laws and the call for reduction of global warming have led to the apparel industry investing in green sources of energy.

The environment to sustain society can be achieved if policies that advocate for the protection of the environment are enacted. The curriculum has been introduced in some of the education systems to incorporate policies that [...]

The nitrogen cycle is a naturally occurring process where the level of nitrogen found in soils is controlled. Scientists from Brown University and the University of Washington summarizes these effects to increase of nitrogen oxide [...]

The International Conservation has classified the Philippines as one of the biodiversity hotspots in the world. Additionally, the country is said to be one of the areas that are endangered in the world.

Some people are of the opinion that animals are inferior to human beings. On the issue of competition, it would be unfair to let animals live free and compete against human beings in the natural [...]

The practice of elimination and reduction of loss of property and life due to catastrophes have become common in areas prone to natural disasters.

The purpose of this essay is to discuss this statement and evaluate its accuracy in accordance to the latest studies, as well as the pros and cons of biofuel in general.

It is apparent that people have strived to steer off the blame for the environmental crisis that the world is facing, but they are the primary instigators of the problem.

Since Costa Rican forest was formed through volcanic archipelago, rich minerals are still contained in the soil formation.

The choice of tunnels as an alternative to surface roads has rather escalated the levels of pollution and hence, there is an urgent need to consider the environmental issues associated with road traffic.

The United Arabs Emirates and the surrounding areas around the Arabian Gulf consist of oil reserves which are about 655 of the total oil reserves in the world.

It is important to note that about 20% of the world energy sources come from renewable sources. The management and maintenance of renewable energy production may be in the short run or long run.

It is imperative to analyse and understand the possible causes of indoor air pollutants and possible likely signs or symptoms of effects of poor air pollution before employing any method of improving air quality. The [...]

The servals in the local zoo may be failing to reproduce due to a lack of environmental enrichment. There are various types of environmental enrichment, but this paper focuses on sensory, physical, and nutritional categories [...]

The fire extended to the lobby, casino and blew out through the main entrance due to the speed at which it was spreading and also due to the fact that the walls were coated with [...]

It is located on the West Coast and closely stretches and borders the San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean. Figure 1: A figure showing the map of Salt Lake City, Utah Climate and seasonal [...]

However, the role of this element is not only in the formation of life but also its maintenance since this seemingly ordinary liquid plays an enormously essential role in the existence of the human and [...]

These concerns have led to an increased number of movements and organizations that enlighten people on the importance of environmental conservation and campaign in support of green and sustainable lifestyles and have achieved significant influence [...]

While the floods can be explained by a large river system and the relatively low above-sea-level of the island, the drought might seem rather a rare occurrence in the place where floods are frequent.

Therefore, man is a manager of the environment in conservation while the environment itself is its manager in preservation ethics. The challenge with preservation and conservation ethics is that these points of view tend to [...]

The second step is to check all the electric devices and gadgets in every room unplugging them from the sockets on the walls, switching off all the bulbs that are on.

The practice of arranged marriages, dowries, and burnings of women who do not give birth to sons has resulted in the subcontinent's population explosion; as a result, it is likely to surpass China as the [...]

Furthermore, the policymakers need to be fully supported by the relevant agencies such as the ministry of environment to eliminate the existing and the projected obstacles that will prevent the full implementation of renewable energy [...]

The experiment aims to address the impact of human development on the sustainability of groundwater. This aggregation of waste to the landfill is a threat to groundwater and the environment.

In this brief economic analysis of water pollution in Metro Manila, it is proposed to look at the industrial use of waters and the household use to understand the impact that the population growth and [...]

In terms of marine tourism, aquatic parks offer the best solution for tourists because they are cheaper than watching animals in the sea.

One of the major classes of ecosystem services that are relevant to the discussion of the complexities in the relationship between the environment and the human spirit is "cultural services".

To maintain the status of its shoreline, Florida utilizes beach renourishment to combat erosion, habitat, and environmental degradation. Despite the high cost, beach renourishment is critical for Florida beaches to maintain the serene environment and [...]

It is the duty of every citizen to look for ways to help in the reduction and prevention of the occurrence of such disasters.

It is important to understand that biofuel is not a novel concept, and have been considered for use since the beginning of the 20th century and the development of the first cars.

The essay below aims to research the Masdar City with a view to determining its aims and objectives, vision and mission, as well as the kind of impact that it would have on society, the [...]

Through the analysis of Gupta and Gangopadhyay, it was noted that food waste was one of the leading preventable contributors towards the sheer amount of trash that winds up in many of the today's landfills.

Arguably, the population of the UAE has been growing at the expense of the environment. Because of the high population in the UAE that has led to increased demand for land and water resources, land [...]

The researcher seeks to determine the magnitude of this effect and its general effect on the society in general and the firms affected in specific.

The geologists should also inform the architects on the areas where earthquakes are likely to occur and how strong they will be able.

The structure of the presentation includes an explanation of the issue and reasons for the beagles' rescue, followed by the time limit to find new homes for dogs and a chronology of facility inspections.

For example, I have researched the use of water in biofuel production, and the resource is used to irrigate the crops grown specifically for biofuel production and during the manufacturing process.

The more educated and skilled humans are the more value they have and there is no limit to the value of human resource.

The major difference between the alpine and the arctic tundra is that the alpine grounds are not covered by the permafrost.

One of the aims of this paper is to address the purpose and the thesis of Karl Jacoby in his book, Crime against Nature.

The problem of the environment change and the attitude of people to their own culture remains one of the most curious and urgent problems of modern time.

Also, the potential health effects of the exposures and the nature of the risk associated with the disaster will be discussed.

The baby boomers have changed the world both positively and negatively. The baby boomers have reduced the level of prejudice and discrimination in our world.

The constantly increasing amount of e-waste depends on such causes as the technological development and growth of population in the context of the consumerism tendency, and the effects of e-waste are the spread of toxic [...]

A table showing the number of devices that were plugged to the wall sockets in my home for a period of one week.

The contrast between the desert and glacial landscape is the extreme weather conditions and landforms dotted across the surface. The rotational speeds of the wind depend on the distance from the equator.

Additionally, the objective is to evaluate the existing public policies in context of a greener environment, to evaluate effectiveness of campaigns and awareness programs on the issue and to evaluate the role of the corporate [...]

One of the primary concerns of the authorities and the people living on the island is a shortage of water. One reason for the development of a comparably small community on the island is its [...]

There is also need to implement the use of new technology in the management and interaction processes. In economic terms sustainability can be defined as the adjustments done within the processes of running businesses based [...]

Fundamentally, environmental analysis involves the application of scientific tools and techniques in the analysis of pollutants in various components of the environment such as water, soil, and air.

The destruction of the ozone layer has led to the exposure of the earth to harmful radiation from the sun. The rising temperatures in the oceans hinder the upward flow of nutrients from the seabed [...]

There are several characteristics that can be associated with environmental education as a learning process, with the most significant being the unit's predisposition to enhance the knowledge and responsiveness of individuals about the environment and [...]

The author believes that everyone should contribute to the fight against the effects of global warming. In the fight to reduce the effects of global warming, I have noted that some individuals do not believe [...]

Ethington posits in his article The Great Chicago Fire and the Web of Memory that the spread of fire was enhanced by the nature of buildings that were erected those days in the city.

Human rights play a vital role in promoting sustainability by holding networks and institutions responsible for their deeds and ensuring that the interest and needs of the people, including the future generation, are considered.

The essay will provide an overview of pollution and proffer solutions to combating pollution for a sustainable environment and health. Preventing pollution lowers the cost to the environment and the economy.

The arguments made by the gorilla have enabled me to understand that humankind should not be separated and categorized as superior to the rest of living organisms.

Acidic rain leads to the mobilization of risky and toxic components in the soil, which affects the growth of coniferous trees negatively.

For example, he states that there are a certain disdain and hostility of a person from the countryside towards a more educated inhabitant of a city, and similarly, the latter perceives the former as more [...]

Many countries including Cuba, the US, Thailand, Malaysia and regions like East Africa have lost significant portions of their mangroves.

Thus, the paper will demonstrate that conserving electricity is essential since it protects the environment, increases the quality of life, and protects the future of society.

The purpose of this experiment is to determine the effect of organic pollution, with regards to nitrogen and phosphorus, and ocean acidification on algal growth.

The centre has a large gate at the entrance to enclose the centre and a medium sized fenced play yard with a sand pit and a small garden for gardening activities of the children. There [...]

This loss of habitat has contributed to the species loss already aggravated by illegal hunting and open armed conflict in the region.

Ventilators and windows are designed in such a manner that they would allow the maximum sunlight inside so that the rooms have sufficient light and that there is lesser loss of internal heat.

The aim of the paper is to explore the application of life cycle cost analysis and its benefit to engineering asset management of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, which is a utility company for supplying [...]

The following paper will discuss the benefits of the solar power revolution that is intending to change the entire world, its population's lifestyle, economics, ecology, and many other important factors influencing the environment.

Noise and vibration hazards are some of the risks that employees and public in general are often exposed to by the leading companies, especially in the manufacturing and transport sectors.

The main idea or aim of biomimicry is that nature is able to provide humanity with brilliant solutions that can and need to be used.

Spent caustics are known to be the most problematic of all industrial wastes in terms of disposal. In this case, the product becomes refined oil while waste is in form of spent caustics.

Pollution usually causes a destabilization of the ecosystem through the intrusion of foreign materials into the environment. These forms of pollutants affect the environment through air pollution, noise pollution, water pollution, and soil pollution.

The collaboration of the different scientists allowed them to make the claim that due to global warming, there is an average increase in temperatures in recent decades.

In this paper, the focus will be to analyse the interaction of the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and geosphere and the hurricane Katrina disaster.

In this regard, the flow of energy and the biological pump of marine life depend on the whales' survival. Some of the species like the blue whale play a crucial role in regulating the population [...]

Recycling of plastic wastes reduces the effects of plastics on the environment and promotes economic gain. It notes that we cannot sustain the current trends observed in plastics production, usages, and disposal due to the [...]

In essence, the paper seeks to find out the effects of population growth in relation to human health through the comparison of population growth between the two countries.

Nevertheless, despite the significant progress in the area of wave energy, there are numerous issues, especially pertaining to the reality of the prospects within wave energy.

In situations both large-scale and small, from the location of a building project or the wholesale extermination of pests, to the daily consumption of meat for our pleasure, he notes that we ignore the pain [...]

High levels of young people unemployment and corruption is a major problem in the country. In addition, the country has a rich cultural heritage and arts.

This paper shall articulate the truth of this statement by demonstrating that threats to biodiversity pose significant threat to the sustainability of human life on earth and are therefore the protection of biodiversity is as [...]

The three biological concepts/processes essential to life relevant to the topic of deforestation include sensitivity or response to the environment, homeostasis, and adaptation. Homeostasis is essential to consider in the context of deforestation because forests [...]

It is upon the people to take care of the planet and understanding how human activities affect the environment is a critical step in that process.

To begin with, saving of energy and water resources is one of the most vital issues in the hospitality industry. Location of the building belonging to hospitality industry is one of the key factors responsible [...]

For example, during the fifteenth century, English and Dutch immigrants destroyed forests to get food and charcoal and in the eighteenth century, rainforests on the hills of central Minas, in eastern Brazil were cleared for [...]

The noise pollution should be considered by the duration of the sound, the frequency of noise, and whether there is any control to the sound or not.

Ocean pollution is the unfavorable upshot due to the entrance of chemicals and particulate substances into the ocean. The land is the key source of ocean pollution in the form of non-point water pollution.

Incidentally, the scores of people who visit the beach, form the bandwagon of unscrupulous individuals who litter the beach with all sorts of materials; that cause harm to the environment.

For example, the use of natural gas, oil, and coal leads to the production of carbon dioxide, which pollutes the environment.

To the rest of the world, America's national parks, as well as other national monuments, are a clear reminder of the beauty that nature holds.

Air pollution is rated to be the major cause of discomfort in the living creatures of the world for air is essential for the survival of every living creature.

The Pneumatic Waste Transport System can address such challenges by providing cost-effective method of waste management, safe and healthier processes, operational efficiency, separation of wastes because of load stations, and enhance sustainability of the environment. [...]

In the event of a disaster, preparedness, response, and recovery to the incident determine the extent of damage. With the use of radar and reconnaissance, the Hurricane Center was able to issue a 12 hours [...]

The impacts of these environmental stressors range from one person to another depending on the available environmental stressor. The best step to take is to search for modalities of avoiding and eliminating stressors to enjoy [...]

A significant note to be taken concerning overpopulation is that it does not just refer to the density of the population, but it is a comparison of the density as a ratio of resources.

The study of religious concepts allows everyone to come closer to understanding the measure of the possible in the instrumental existence of humans.

The hypothesis of the first exercise is that the clay serves as an insulating layer that does not allow water to pass through the barrier, so the water level in the aquifer will remain the [...]

Lophophorates are believed to be the first animals to develop the nervous system while Echinoderm is thought to be the first group to develop radial symmetry.

Although the Indonesian government has generally been promoting the development of the industry, reflected by a spike in the 2000s and one of the highest percentages of growth in the world, companies have faced market [...]

Paddison addresses this topic because of the important findings of the researchers and the relevance of the topic of ocean pollution to the entire global community.

The significance of these crises for the fate of civilization is excellent, and their non-resolution poses a threat to future generations. The central tragedy of any armed conflict is the consequences.

Moreover, the paper views what concerns the problem creates and identifies preventive measures so as to contribute to the development of safety in the environment and society.

Compared to the world at the beginning of the 21st century, it required perceptional changes toward nature, biodiversity, and ecosystems, as well as reforms in agriculture and management of water, energy, and waste.

Minimalist, instrumental and spiritual approaches to design reflect different views of the relationship between people and the environment. In contrast, the instrumental and spiritual approaches emphasize the significant impact of the environment on human beings.

Just like the United States, the MROW region is one of the leading coal producers in the country, which means many people and organizations have a significant reliance on this resource.

The presence of pharmaceuticals in the water supply is primarily harmful to fish and aquatic wildlife as they may impact the hormone system of living creatures, causing reproductive failure.

This paper highlights misconceptions about the drying of lake Mead, the importance of the Colorado River, and the causes of its scarcity in Las Vegas.