Environmental Studies papers

A study of the evolution of American suburbia.

A paper describing the life and work of America's foremost photographer, Ansel Adams.

A summary of the article "Adaptation, Culture Scale, and the Environmental Crisis" by M.Sahlins and E.R Service which gives an insight into how the scale of a culture dictates how that culture will adapt to its environment.

This paper discusses the debate surrounding the environmental phenomenon of global warming.

An examination of the controversy surrounding the labelling of food products which have been genetically engineered.

A discussion of the concept of acid rain and its environmental dangers.

An examination of how urban planning influences poverty, using Nashville as an example.

An analysis of the history and spread of urban sprawl in the U.S.

A technical research report on the definition of dry-cell batteries and their kinetic make-up.

An analysis of two books which deal with ecofeminism - "The Death of Nature" by Caroline Merchant and "The Power and the Promise of Ecological Feminism" by Karen Warren.

This paper looks at the book "Ishmael" by Daniel Quinn and the environmental ethics outlined in the book.

A discussion of ISO 14000, the Environmental Management standard and its implementation in the construction industry.

A review of how the work "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson influenced environmental ideas and actions.

An examination of human impact on the Earth's climate.

An examination of some factors which are causing a housing shortage in the state of Massachusetts.

This paper deals with the E.P.A. violations regarding water contamination.

A discussion of the mechanisms for coping with wild land fires in the U.S.

An examination of the process for the treatment and purification of wastewater.

An analysis of the legal battle between General Electric (GE) and Environmental Protection Association (EPA) which has ordered them to clean up the Hudson River following their dumping of chemicals.

A study of the report by the Natural Resources Defense Council that commercially bottled drinking water in the United States is often contaminated.

A study of the conservation policies for the preservation of the New York State Hudson River.

A discussion of the implications for the future of forest management on NIPF (Non-Industrial Private Forest) lands.

A brief discussion of how UV rays affect the skin and may cause cancer.

A discussion of how fires are started and the best course of prevention.

A paper on the ethics of computer disposal.

An analysis of the causes of water pollution and its long and short term effects.

An examination of the controversial oil drilling in Alaska.

A discussion on whether countries participating in the World Summit for Sustainable Development should be allowed to implement strategies that do not impact the environment.

This paper examines the plans to introduce a light rail system in Houston, Texas.

This paper discusses viewing history from an environmental perspective.

A description of the measures needed to ensure the panther's survival.

A discussion on the effect of acid rain on forests and the way in which the deposition of acid rain and particles make plants and trees more susceptible to disease.

An examination of the arguments of conservationists and of loggers regarding logging in national forests.

This paper discusses the issues of endangered species protection.

This paper discusses the changes in the field of genetic food engineering.

An analysis of an article that appeared in the "New York Times" about the melting of the polar ice caps.

A discussion of the economics of timber as the major product currently harvested from forests.

An analysis of mission statements put out by automobile giants Ford and Honda.

A discussion about the possibility of converting food into fuel.

An analysis of America's policy of reintroducing wolves into the Southwest United States.

A look at how environmental policy is implemented in national parks.

An examination of this North American health phenomena and its connection to mold.

A study of the San Diego-Tijuana water epidemic.

A critique of the sociological work by Richard O' Davies, entitled "Main Street Blues: The Decline of Small Town America".

This essay presents the argument for remaining focused on environmental issues.

This paper discusses the technological advances and newly developed safety systems for all methods of transportation.

An essay about the American Endangered Species Act of 1973.

The paper explores how the ever-increasing tourism to the Mediterranean Sea area is affecting its natural environment.

A paper which discusses the problems resulting from rapid urbanization in developing countries.

This paper is a detailed essay about the Monarch Butterfly and the problems of preventing its extinction.

A paper which discusses the issue of global warming and explores the reasons behind the argument that carbon dioxide emissions are most likely the cause of the global warming.

A paper which explores how recycling certain materials aids in improving our environment.

A discussion on the inadequacies of the 'Americans with Disabilities Act' (ADA) in 1990, a landmark legislation.

A paper which introduces the term 'ecosystem' and studies the ecosystem of Mono Lake, California.

This paper discuses and evaluates the theme park, Seaworld.

An introduction to global warming and the U.S. government's proposed solutions.

A study on the American 1965 motor vehicle air pollution control act that created emission control regulations.

A definition of global warming and the greenhouse effect, and what makes this such a controversial issue.

This paper looks at the Smart Growth initiative, an initiative started to increase the quality, distribution and supply of affordable housing for low-income earners.

An introduction and discussion of the history and current collection of the New York City Bronx Zoo.

A paper which discusses the environmental ethics practiced by Christians.

A complete description of the black bear, the smallest member of the bear family, and its scarce existence in the United States.

A paper contrasting and comparing Aldo Leopold's 'Sand County Almanac' and Henry David Thoreau's 'Walden'.

A discussion of certain stereotypes and misjudgments made about homeless people in America.

An analysis of Bill McKibben's "An End of Nature".

An argument presenting both sides of the global warming issue, focusing on whether it is a real issue or merely a hypothesis concocted by scientists to prevent environmental pollution.

A discussion on the affect of human behavior on earth and her resources, focusing on issues such as global warming and fossil fuels.

An analysis of the causes and consequences of pollution in the Earth's atmosphere.

An essay discussing the way in which humans pollute the environment, with a focus on man's mismanagement of the earth's resources.

A comparison between classificatory cultural ecology and human behavioral ecology using representative articles.

The increasingly negative effect of tourism on the natural environment.

A study of the Bhopal incident in India where a gas leak killed 10,000 people.

A look at what acid rain is, its causes and how it affects the environment.

An investigation into the events of October 1948 in the town of Donora, Pa. and the subsequent rise in environmental issues' awareness.

A policy analysis regarding the Latino population along the Texas border which is suffering from poverty and water safety hazards.

This is a through book review of "Our Stolen Future, Are We Threatening Our Fertility, Intelligence and Survival? A Scientific Detective Story" by Theo Colborn, Dianne Dumanoski and John Peterson Myers.

A discussion of history and policy issues of homelessness along with interviews of homeless individuals.

A study into port planning as a multi-faceted project, with an environmental assessment and coast guard facilities.

A look at three suggestions which would encourage people to become active in recycling.

An examination into the plight of homeless people in Florida.

An analysis of a city that rose from the water and now struggles to remain above the sea.

A review of environmental threads through five chosen books.

A detailed study into the subject of surface transportation in the United States.

A look at the advantages of building a skating park for a rural community's children.

A market analysis of the position of the car manufacturer, Toyota's "Prius" model.

This paper describes how homeless women, who are often alcoholics, continue bravely on.

A description of several ecological problems caused by the inhabitation of the Earth by humans as well as ways to solve them.

This paper discusses different ways of how to professionalize the environment.

The purpose of this paper is to introduce and discuss the importance of Lake Erie to the industrial and commercial markets of Northern Ohio, the state of Ohio and the entire United States.

This paper asks why the Green Movement failed to produce widespread participation from both the masses and large-scale institutions?

The following paper discusses the climate of the U.S.A. and Canada, with respect to the climate classifications, its effects on farming and other activities.

An examination of how the study of the environment has evolved over the past 200 years.

A suggested solution for the problem of environmental pollution.

This paper discusses the disastrous effects of water toxins on our ecosystem.

The following paper examines the detrimental impact airports have on the environment.

This paper illustrates the connection between animal abuse in childhood and the commitment of violent crimes by teenagers.

An examination of two water conservation groups.

This paper discusses the growing use of technology at EBMUD (East Bay Municipal Utility District ), a publicly owned water company on the eastern side of San Francisco Bay.

This research paper is about the lead poisoning problem specifically concerning Detroit.

This paper discusses how to prepare oneself for emergencies and disasters.