This paper looks at the government role in various public utilities, in the development of communication systems and in developing and monitoring energy sources.
Abstract The climate today favors deregulation and privatization as a way to address the twin and related issues of conservation and increased production of energy in the future. The writer discusses the ways in which the government has been involved in the arena of public utilities. The paper cites of examples of aspects that are being privatized and the impact of this move on the economy.
From the Paper "Government regulation of the infrastructure may impinge on real and perceived economic freedoms and opportunities. The problems facing governments in the world today involve more than this sort of regulation. The solutions tried in the 1970s also involved the even more difficult task of changing behavior, of getting people to use energy in a different way, to use less energy, to shift their economic priorities, and to make do with less. Such regulation is regulation of the commons, that which is accessible to and responsive to all. Hardin notes the conflict involved in the idea of the commons. On the one hand, in a country such as the United States especially, freedom is highly prized and promoted. Each person would like to be able to in effect do what he or she wants, develop economically as they please, spend as they please. Hardin describes the common in terms of a pasture land that is open to all."
Tags: privatization, utilities, energy, conservation, public
Abstract This paper examines how Wilfred Owen wrote the poem, "Dulce et Decorum Est", to reflect on his experiences during the First World War and attempts to establish whether it can be applied to any war. It looks at how the purpose of Owen's poem was to shock the reader and move away from the popularly believed image of war being glorious. It shows how the poem is made up of similes, metaphors and alliteration, which create many vivid visual and aural images ? some of which are applicable to the wars of today. This essay points out a number of similarities and differences between war today and as it was in the First World War by closely analysing the techniques employed by Wildred Owen when he wrote the poem Dulce et Decorum Est.
From the Paper "Later on in his poem, Owen went on to describe the effects of a condition specific to World War One, trench foot. Trench foot is where, through lack of basic hygiene and standing in damp conditions, the foot begins to decay. This was described in Owen's poem when he wrote:?"Many of them had lost their boots, but limped on, blood shod"?
This told the reader that there was a thin layer of blood around the foot, possibly a repercussion of trench foot. This was applicable to World War One because the soldiers worked in trenches under terrible conditions, but could not apply to any other war as trench foot is no longer allowed to happen ? the men are kept in much better health and trenches are no longer a prominent part of war."
Abstract This paper examines how poems are one of the most powerful ways to convey an idea, message or opinion and how the poem ?Dulce et Decorum Est?, a war poem by Wilfred Owen, makes effective use of these devices. It looks at how Owen's use of precise diction emphasizes his point, showing that war is a horrible and devastating event and how his use of extremely graphic images adds more to his argument. It also analyzes Owen's use of punctuation to create texture in the poem in order to express strong meaning and a persuasive argument of the dark side of war.
From the Paper "The author's use of excellent diction helps to clearly define what the author is saying. (Fulwiler and Hayakawa 163) Powerful verbs like "guttering", "choking", and "drowning" not only show how the man is suffering, but that he is in a great deal of pain that no human being should endure. Other words like "writhing" and "froth-corrupted" hint to exactly how the man is being tormented by his enemy, as well as himself. The phrase "blood shod" forces the image of men who have been on their feet for days, never stopping to rest long enough to recuperate. "
Abstract This paper is an examination of how "Dulce et Decorun Est" is constructed. The author's life is essential to understanding this poem. Its meanings, and the techniques used by Owen to depict the themes are discussed.
Abstract The paper provides a close reading of the poem "Dulce Et Decorum Est," by Wilfred Owen. The paper discusses the irony of the title, his use of literary and rhetorical devices, how he expresses his disillusionment with war and finally his notion of patriotism as harmful.
From the Paper "The poem "Dulce Et Decorum Est" is a piece which is made meaningful by Owen's style and technique. Through his masterful use of various literary and rhetorical devices, Owen is able to make a deliberate attempt at destroying the popular misconceptions that dying for one's own country is a noble or rewarding act."
Abstract The paper analyzes how Wilfred Owen presents a poem that reflects the horrors of war through the use of alliteration, metaphor and imagery, which are important poetic tools on the realities of death and dying in combat. The paper explains that through his experiences during WWI, one can realize the dangers of promoting glory in war through the stories that old men tell youth. The paper shows how in this manner, Owen presents a poem on the realities of war through the construct of his poetry.
From the Paper "This literary study will examine the verses of the poem "Dulce Et Decorum Est" by Wilfred Owen. Through the lens of war that is presented in the text, one can see the horrors of war that the authors presents through his poetic technique. In essence, Wilfred Owens's dramatic use of alliteration, metaphors and imagery clearly depict his theme that war is a terrible and horrific encounter. The initial aspects of the use of alliteration in revealed in the 'ababcdcd' rhyme schematics that begin with the letters 's' and 'b' in various words of the first verse. Owen is keen to keep a rhythmic and rhyming feel to his poem and colors the words to give a musical sense of militarism in its structure. Alliteration offers this musical sound to the verse."
Abstract This paper explains that competition among utilities is believed desirable because it promotes the interests of consumers and enables the competing companies to benefit fully from cost reduction and innovation. The author points out that public administration, especially of public utilities, functions as a business; therefore, the climate of competition in the U.K. utilities, which was ushered in by privatization, is tempered by sector-specific regulation. The paper relates that, for 15 years or more, almost all of the major utilities in the U.K. have been under private control and subject to these sector-specific regulations and to concurrent competition powers; however, the degree of competition varies by market.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Competition Theory and Practice
Privatization of UK Utilities Competition Act 1998
Privatization of Telecommunications
Electricity
Gas
Water and Sewerage
Railways
Airport Services
Change of Rules
Price Cap Policy
Conclusion and Perspectives
From the Paper "When the government privatized British Gas in 1986, the program did not follow the US model on both gas and telecommunication liberalization. The reason is that BG was a vertically integrated state-owned monopoly that was unique in UK. BG was first persuaded to detach its natural monopoly network from its affiliated services that could stand competition, such that the company was divided into the monopoly and competitive parts. At first, the relationship between BG and the assigned industry regulator was turbulent because of an oversight on the government's part."
Abstract The paper begins its discussion of measuring utility with a look at the work of Bentham, and ultimately rejects his "equation" to calculate utility. Next it establishes some crude, everyday ways in which utility can be measured in comparison. This premise leads to Griffin's work on "pockets of cardinality", which finds a more accurate way of measuring utility. The paper goes on to discuss Mill's ideas of the primacy of preference, and his ideal "competent judges", and then moves on to a discussion of the best distribution: the maximising of average or of minimum happiness?
From the Paper "For a moral code to work, it needs to govern how we as individuals should live in relation to everybody else in the world. If it does not give us moral judgements on how to live the way it dictates, and simply concentrates on extremely abstract definitions and irrelevancies, it would not be much use. Mill is a philosopher with a palpable social conscience, who certainly cannot be accused of not considering the big picture of society and how it would be affected by his philosophy of utilitarianism. Many see his philosophy as inadequate when it comes to apply to society as a whole, not least because he jumps from detailed discussion about what is good for an individual, to what is good by extension for society. As many writers have since pointed out, this is too simple to work. Lastly, the questions of overall happiness and how it should be encouraged are still relevant to one of the big issues of today: overcrowding. Governments and agencies must consider these questions in some way when legislating in any area."
Abstract This essay explains Bentham's reasons for developing utilitarianism as both a social and political framework. It examines utilitarianism in an individual and private environment, as well as its workings in a more widespread and universal atmosphere. The latter part of this essay focuses on the viability of utilitarianism in the public sphere, and whether it provides appropriate guidance for government policy-making. The main objective of this part of the essay is to determine whether Bentham's principle of utility is appropriate as the foundation of a political structure. Thusly, it focuses on the attributes and failings of the principle of utility as a public philosophy.
From the Paper "Bentham's theory of utilitarianism was a result of deficiencies in government institutions in his country, and their failing to adequately serve the general satisfaction of its population. The principle of utility is based on intrinsic facts that motivate individuals, namely pleasure and pain. It is human nature to pursue pleasure and to avoid pain. Therefore what we ought and ought not to do is determined by these two "sovereign masters". The element of pleasure or pain involved in an action determines whether or not an individual, or group of people proceed with that action. All forms of utilitarianism are consequential. In every circumstance or action, a consequence is identified and then compared with the consequence of inaction.Whichever produces the greatest happiness is what ought to be done."
Abstract In this paper, two of John Stuart Mill's seminal works are discussed, these being 'On Liberty' and 'Utilitariansm'. The point of this discussion is to decide whether Mill's vision of liberty takes a subservient role to that of utility, the Greatest Happiness Principle. The paper first takes a look at the problems of each papers. Then it contrasts liberty against pleasure, deciding that liberty DOES take a backseat to happiness and utility.
From the Paper "It has always struck me as odd, when talking with fellow students of philosophy, that many of them view John Stuart Mill as some shiller of sleaze, his doctrine of Utility and Greatest Happiness completely libertine, especially when compared to the immovable, tucked-under-the-covers prudishness of his contemporary ethicist Immanuel Kant. Yet, in two of his seminal works, On Liberty and Utilitarianism, Mill shows that liberty is not the end all and be all of his beliefs. Instead, liberty is more of a tool, an enhancer, of his overarching principle of utility. In the opening remarks of Utilitarianism, Mill makes this statement: 'All action is for the sake of some end, and rules of action, it seems natural to suppose, must take their whole character and color from the end to which they are subservient'."
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.
Abstract This paper studies technology used by water companies in general and EBMUD specifically. It gives an historical overview of the situation before EBMUD was formed as well as EBMUD's history of technology use up until today. It discusses the environmental conditions in the area and how they have been overcome with technology. It details several advances that technology has helped make such as in water supply, water treatment methods, and waste water treatment.
From the Paper "Technology plays a significant role at the East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD). EBMUD is a publicly owned water company that supplies water service for 1.3 million people that live on the eastern side of San Francisco Bay. It provides water and wastewater treatment for Alameda and Contra Costa Counties which include cities such as Oakland and Berkeley. ("About East Bay"). As EBMUD's responsibilities to the public have grown, so has its use of technology from its inception to the present. "
Tags: East, Bay, Municipal, Utility, District, EBMUD, technology, water, company, San, Francisco
This paper discusses the relative risk of buying a Suburban Utility Vehicle (or SUV) as opposed to a standard car automobile from the point of view of a consumer.
2,225 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 12 sources, 2002, $ 69.95
Abstract This paper discusses in detail the safety of the Suburban Utility Vehicle (or SUV). The author uses the science of physics and engineering and the relationship between a car's relative mass and center of gravity to understand to understand the problems. The author states that increasing the track width is the only way to make the vehicles more stable but that may modify the appearance of the car.
From the Paper "What can be done to remedy these concerns over the Wrangler's design? To answer this question, one must do more than simply understand more about the safety features of this particular vehicle or of SUVs in general. One must turn to the science of physics and engineering and the relationship between a car's relative mass and center of gravity to understand what the risks are for each vehicle and how best to potentially remedy those risk. Or, to put the question in another way, if Einstein were an auto mechanic, what type of Jeep Wrangler would he like to be riding in? How might he modify the vehicle's design?"
Abstract This paper will consider the economic theory of utility maximization and will try to weigh up as to whether it adequately explains human behavior. To drive home the point that the essay makes, the life of Mother Teresa will be used as an example.
Abstract In this document the writer discusses nursing research utilization in reference to the potential impact nursing staff can have on targeting negative behaviors that lead to health related issues. The writer notes that nursing staff in the institutional setting, such as educational settings, can take a leading role in delivery of targeted behavior modification programs that lead to a reduction in childhood obesity and teen smoking rates. The writer discusses whether nurses employed within the educational setting can contribute towards behavior modification strategies targeting harmful behavior patterns.
Outline:
Abstract
Problem Statement
Purpose of Study
Research Question
Hypothesis
Study Variables
Theoretical Framework
Literature Review
Study Design
Sample & Setting
Identification & Control
Instrumentation
Data Collection Methodology
Data Analysis
Strengths & Limitations
From the Paper "In the context of this paper the target problems are all in one of the given four areas of the healthy lifestyle. An accurate needs assessment should be completed along with a well defined intervention program when targeting a negative behavior to be modified. The reasons the behavior is persistent should be addressed in terms of an individual's rationale for not instituting the modification his or herself. In a practical sense an individual may only be inclined to modify behavior following some sort of personal crises or personal upheaval of some sort which is usually the event that brings them into contact with healthcare staff."
An analysis of the form, content and context, as well as a literal reading of one of the greatest war poems, written by a World War I British soldier and poet, Wilfred Owen.
2,147 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 0 sources, 2001, $ 67.95
Abstract "Dulce et Decorum Est" is a poem written by a British soldier during World War I. The poem's horrifying imagery has made it one of the most popular condemnations of war ever written. The narrative poem realistically conveys a depiction of war - complete with weary soldiers marching "through sludge," "blood-shod" and "drunk with fatigue". This paper discusses how an analysis of "Dulce et Decorum Est" guides the reader not only through the poem's message (which is simple enough - "war is hell") but more importantly it provides an analysis of the form and structure of the poem, identifying and defining the literary and poetic devices used throughout the poem.
From the Paper "Wilfred Owen's "Dulce et Decorum Est" is an extraordinarily powerful poem that conveys the harrowing disillusionment of WWI trench warfare. Owen uses language effectively to jar one's senses and to convey a sense of urgency, anxiety, and fear. "Dulce et Decorum Est" is a brilliant poem, but it is not a beautiful poem because its thematic scheme does not allow it to deal with a glorious subject. Instead, the poem is a powerfully naturalistic account of the horrors of war; hence it cannot utilize beautiful, traditional poetic language because the language of traditional poetry could not be used to accurately describe what the war, as well as modern experience, is really like. Therefore, the poem is meant to be disruptive, raucous, and naturalistic in its imagery, language, and figures of speech. The harsh, grating sounds and the cynical tone that run throughout the poem provide Owen the means to capture modern warfare. The tone of voice, both horrified and angry, conveys his doubts and cynicism to the established traditions and values which made him want to enlist in the war and think that it is, indeed, right and honorable to die for one's country. After seeing first-hand what war is really like, the narrator now attempts to convey the truth that war is really hell."
