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Walden and the Environment, 2005.
This paper discusses the environment and in particular water, using "Walden" by Thoreau.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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This essay makes a comparison between Thoreau's Walden and a lecture series on how water was critical to the industrial revolution. The writer discusses that in both instances, water seems to operate as a life force rejuvenating the human spirit, such as is the case with Walden and offering a look at limitless potential especially as part of the industrial revolution. The paper also offers a viewpoint of water uplifting the human spirit and making the soul feel revitalized.
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""When I wrote the following pages, or rather the bulk of them, I lived alone, in the woods...". Thoreau continues the opening of his essay, Walden, by letting the reader know he has spent the previous two years at his cabin near Walden Pond. The pond is located in Concord, Massachusetts where Thoreau spent time living a simple life relying on no one. He makes it clear to the reader that this period of time has ended and he has rejoined civilization. He describes his project within the first section and lists his motivations for the move to the cabin. Anticipating the skepticism that the people of the town will heap his direction, he states his views as society not being the only place to live."
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Mars and Its Environment, 2002.
Examines the planet Mars, including its environment, water, life, and atmosphere.
1,035 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 5 sources, $ 36.95
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This paper discusses The Red Planet, Mars. The author examines the conditions, life, and gives detailed information about the planet's atmosphere and its two moons. The paper also looks at the possibility of life surviving on Mars' desert-like environment.
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"Mars, it is the fourth planet from the sun. It is closet planet to the planet that we live on. Mars is the planet with more solar exploration than any other planet in our universe. Mars is the one planet that has an atmosphere similar to ours. Mercury, Venus, and Pluto have had all of their atmospheres burned off and Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune all have atmospheres that are hundreds of time more violent than the calm atmospheres of Earth and Mars. Mars is also the only planet in which we have identified that there was once water on the surface of the planet. We have discovered huge canyons that resemble the ones on Earth. This is also the reason why we believe that the Red Planet might have once had or still does have life on it."
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U.S. Businesses and the Environment, 2006.
This paper explores the damaging effects of American businesses on the environment.
2,764 words (approx. 11.1 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 82.95
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This paper details the harm that U.S. businesses cause to the environment and freshwater systems in America. The writer of this paper shows some of the steps that have been taken in attempts to curtail the destruction of the environment by American business industries. This paper also probes the recently emerged reports that the nation's water system is being polluted by the pharmaceutical industry and its impact on the environment.
Topics covered in this report include:
Introduction
125 Groups Prod EPA to Protect Our Water
Pesticides in Streams of the United States-Initial Results from the National Water-Quality Assessment Program
More Waters Test Positive for Drugs
Dredging Churns Up Toxic Chemicals
Long-Term Ecosystem Response to the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill
Dishonorable Discharge: Toxic Pollution of America's Waters
Summary of State Water Quality Laws Affecting Agriculture
Fables of Federal Regulation
Conclusion
References
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"Increasingly, one can find evidence of the harm that American businesses do to freshwater systems in the country in government, scholarly, and news publications. A number of such publications are summarized below in an attempt to show that, in the arena of freshwater systems in the United States, the changes that are slowly being made to policy and practice are not yet enough to counteract the destruction of these systems by factories and other holdings of American industry and business."
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Kentucky and the Environment, 2005.
Examines environmental issues in the state of Kentucky.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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History reveals that Kentucky had fertile land, water, forests and mineral wealth. No less significant was the access to a great abundance of fresh, unpolluted water, an element indispensable in the location and enjoyment of a homestead. This paper examines the use and abuse of Kentucky's environment.
Paper Outline:
Kentucky's Natural Environment
Sources of Water
Water Contamination
Sources of Surface-Water Pollution
Surface Water Quality
What are the Potential Sources of Ground-Water Contamination?
Impact on Ground-Water Quality
Pollution Control Program
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"Pioneers who filtered through Cumberland Gap strayed west down the Ohio River came with the starry-eyed dream of settling in a new Eden (Berry, 1991). They entered a land effervescing with fresh unpolluted water, planting a fresh agrarian economy on virgin soil, and in a forest of a seemingly unlimited timber supply. The nomenclature of Kentucky is highly meditative of these facts (Berry, 1991)."
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Tourism vs. The Environment, 2002.
A paper which studies the effect of tourism on the environment in several popular destinations on earth.
2,640 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 17 sources, APA, $ 79.95
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The paper examines how a rise in tourism in certain areas eventually affects the environment of the place, causing problems. The paper uses several examples of places around the globe where tourists frequently spend their time and shows how this trend has affects the environment. Places and problems examined include soil erosion in the Philippines due the the higher demand for flush toilets, the death of seagulls in Lancaster, PA, who mistake mass parking lots for water sources and the loss of firewood in Nepal due to the over-use by hikers. The paper also explores ways in which the tourism industry can strive to become more environmentally friendly to avoid problems in the future.
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"Without a precise zoning guideline, residents and developers can cross usages and designs without regard to the bigger picture. For example, a resort could go in next to a farm. In Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, for example, a farm was sold and used for an outlet center. The farm had been located at a major intersection so it was a prime commercial site. However, now the traffic there is astronomical. The foot traffic has increased as well. The pollution level has been raised greatly. The number of accidents at that intersection has risen. Farmland has been lost."
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Tourism Impact on Mediterranean Sea Environment, 2002.
The paper explores how the ever-increasing tourism to the Mediterranean Sea area is affecting its natural environment.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 57.95
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The paper shows that 220 million people pay a visit every year to the Mediterranean coastline and this is taking its toll on the environment of the area by contributing waste, marine pollution from domestic sewage, water shortages, and land degradation. The paper explores the different steps being taken to rectify the problem, such as UNEP?s Mediterranean Action Plan.
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"Hotels, resorts, restaurants and other public facilities also may intoxicate the water and the living organisms by discharging untreated sewage to the sea. According to European Environment Agency, ?about 60% of urban waste disposed in the Mediterranean Sea is still untreated.? This toxic waste not only contaminates the water and deteriorates the organisms? habitat but also dropping the water quality that perhaps would be unsafe to swim or surf in, in the future if no such adequate actions are taken."
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Technology Consumption and the Environment, 2002.
How fossil fuels and fresh water are being consumed by technology.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper examines technology, consumption and the environment. It assesses the impact of technology and consumption on two natural resources-fossil fuels and fresh water.
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Protecting the Environment with Law, 2000.
Showing how strict and extreme legislation may be the last option for protecting the environment.
1,721 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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This paper shows how prevention is the key to eliminating the continuation of environmental degradation and how environmental law makes sure that objective is realized. Environmental law has come a long way in cleaning up the mess created by man-made pollution. The paper examines both the Clean Air Act of 1963 and the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 set out to rectify the insurmountable degradation overtaking the air, water and soil supplies. It shows that with their continued efforts, ongoing improvements will serve to further the purpose these two acts were established for in the first place.
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"The environment has been in trouble for a long time. Decades and decades of misuse, exploitation and degradation have placed a tremendous burden upon the land to the point where humanity is having to scramble to preserve what is left. Re-establishing what has already been destroyed, as well as protecting what still exists, is what environmentalist and government agencies are working feverishly to achieve. With the support of environmental law, significant trends have been established to rectify damage already done and prevent any further from occurring."
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Oil and the Marine Environment, 2005.
An analysis of the effect of oil pollution on ocean life.
2,236 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 69.95
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This paper examines the impact of underwater fossil fuel extraction and transportation on ocean life. It looks at how several accidents have happened during the ocean transportation of fossil fuels, polluting the surrounding ocean waters ,and killing marine life, and how offshore fossil fuel extraction may also lead to oil spills, polluting the surrounding environment. The paper examines the effect of oil pollution on ocean life from these two perspectives and argues that the environment cannot survive these accidents for long. Solutions are proposed, such as stricter controls on the specification of the ships used to transport fossil fuels and, maybe, the prohibiting of offshore drilling of fossil fuels.
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"In order to understand the effects of oil pollution in the ocean life and the difficulties in identifying the invisible pollution, the difference between the short term and the long term effects of pollution should be taken into consideration. The short term pollution is the effect of the obvious pollution on the marine environment. One of the most significant examples of the short term pollution is the accident of Exxon Valdez. As Robert H day Et Al biologists say, on the 24th march 1989, the oil transportation tanker Exxon Valdez crashes the Prince William sound area in Alaska and within hours an incredible amount of oil had spilled into the marine environment."
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Bottled Water, 2007.
This paper discusses bottled water's myths and conveniences in light of its detrimental effects on the environment.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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The paper asserts that why bottled water has become such a successful product is truly a marketing mystery. The paper reveals that 40% of bottled water brands are just tap water! The paper then explains the conveniences involved in consuming bottled water. The paper discusses how the bottled water industry has a tremendous effect on fuel consumption. The paper maintains that we must create a cleaner environment by using water filters and similar alternatives to bottled water.
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"Why bottled water has become such a successful product is truly a marketing mystery. It may be because the water is packaged in a nice neat plastic container that makes consumers believe that it is from some "magical" source that is pure and unique, unlike the tap water they drink daily. In fact, studies have shown that tap water is much more pure than many brands of bottled water, exclusive of those that contain only tap water, which may be as many as 40% brands (Food and Water Watch, 2007). Furthermore, many consumers believe that this "magical" water has certain health benefits, which as of yet has not been proven."
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Water Pollution, 2001.
A look at water pollution and the effects on the environment.
1,555 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 7 sources, $ 51.95
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The main points in this paper are to identify the sources of water pollution and reveal the effect on surrounding environments. The author looks at industrial impacts on water pollution and examines what the future might look like if these are not tackled.
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"The end is just around the corner for many fish species due to water pollution. Water pollution is a dilemma that needs to be taken care of soon. Polluting of streams, ponds and lakes is leading to definite problems with fish populations. Most people don?t even realize the things they do everyday that contributes to water pollution. A plethora of daily activities, like driving, walking the dog and washing clothes, are the reasons that most of our freshwater resources are contaminated."
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Ballast Water, 2003.
This paper discusses the environmental hazard of ballast water, the water brought by various watercraft from all over the world and then discharged into the U.S. waters.
1,360 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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This paper explains that ballast water brings along plants, animals, bacteria, and pathogens that have the potential to become aquatic nuisance species (ANS). The author points out that the Clean Water Act (CWA) of the U.S. protects the waters from chemical dumping, but does not regulate ballast waters. The paper relates that only 20 percent of the people residing in the U.S. are aware of the serious threats that ballast water poses to the marine ecosystem.
Table of Contents
Inherency
Economic and Environmental Damage Occur
The Clean Water Act Does Not Fully Cover
U.S. Citizens Aren?t Aware of the Many Threats
Harms
Ballast Water and its Dangers
Bio Invasion through Ballast Water
Zebra Mussels Have Caused Damaged of over $5 Billion in the Great Lakes
Vast Majority of U.S. Marine Life Are in Danger
Various Creatures Can Survive in Ballast Tanks
Solvency
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"One predatory fish species could seriously harm the local ecosystem. The introduction of the Zebra mussels into the Great Lakes in USA has infested over 40% of internal waterways. It has already cost the United States of America $ 5 billion, a phenomenal amount. Moreover, even after spending this amount there is no solution in sight as to how they can be eradicated or even contained."
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Privatization of Water, 2008.
Compares and contrasts two articles on the privatization of water: Water Is a Human Right" by the Council of Canadians' Blue Planet Project and Joshua Ortega's "Water Wars: Bottling up the World's Supply of H2O".
1,058 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 37.95
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In this essay, the writer looks at the articles "Water Is a Human Right" by the Council of Canadians' Blue Planet Project and "Water Wars: Bottling up the World's Supply of H2O" by Joshua Ortega. The writer notes that the two articles share a common theme: that the privatization of drinking water resources is harmful and dangerous. The writer discusses that authors differ, however in how they appeal to readers, the techniques employed to create common ground with their audience, the political/economic philosophy employed and solutions suggested.
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"Ortega also uses an analogy between the oil crisis and an impending water crisis. He attempts to frighten readers that future wars over water will be far worse than today's over oil. He refers to the scandal-ridden former energy corporation Enron several times. Neither author acknowledges opposing points of view. It could be suggested that governments can regulate privatized water companies or that competition among such companies could lead to more and cheaper water - the idea behind free market capitalism.
"The authors differ in the techniques used to promote reader action. Ortega suggests a set of primarily feel good options for American consumers - all within the context of America's democratic process. The C.C. speaks to what organizations can achieve than what individuals can do."
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The Value of Water, 2008.
An explanation of the importance of water in our lives.
1,311 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper provides an in-depth explanation of the importance and value of water, providing statistics relating to parts of the world where it is scarce. It also explains the importance of recylcing and not wasting water as well as the need to keep drinking water pure.
Outline:
Water Is a Most Precious Resource
Important Facts about Water
The Increasing Value of Blue Gold or Water
The Effects of Water Scarcity
The United States and Water Scarcity
The Importance of Recycling Water and Preventing Pollution
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"Water is invaluable to the global world and to the lives of millions of people who struggle to obtain water. Water is important to economic activities including irrigated agriculture, transportation, hydroelectric energy, and other types of industries (Ghadar, 7). Many people do not realize that over 97% of earth's water can not be used for agriculture, drinking, or other uses (Ghadar, 7). Basically, many people never stop to think about the importance of water because they live in developed countries that have access to plenty of water. What these people fail to realize is that water will become scarce in these countries if water continues to be consumer faster than it is replenished."
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South African Water Wars, 2004.
An examination of the struggle of 'water wars' and privatization of water in South Africa.
2,485 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 75.95
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Historically, the availability of water in South Africa has always been a problem, and this problem is mainly attributed to its geographical and climatic conditions. This paper explains that, out of the 40 million people of South Africa, 40% are deprived of the appropriate supplies of drinking water. Both urban and rural settlements are dependent on the scarce distribution of water resources by the state. It discusses how the state, on the other hand, has granted the distribution of the water supplies to a foreign company and has led to an increasing, ultimate deprivation of the water supplies for the poor, who had to choose between bread and water. It explains how this selection led to the outburst of cholera back in the year 2000, killing 300 people and infecting more than a quarter of million people.
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"In the year 2000, Suez Lyonnaise Des Eaux, a French company, took over the majority of the water supplies in South Africa, and with this French company many other multinationals have also flown in to reap the profits like Vivendi, Saur and Biwater. It is a norm with privatization that state subsidies are reduced and the prices of the utilities goes up. The majority to suffer from the privatization reform is the general public and the poor. This is because the private companies operate under the motive of profit generation rather than the welfare of the public. This profit motive has resulted, in this case, in a four hundred percent increase in the prices of water in South Africa. Where the people who could not afford to ?buy? the water were dumped in to intense levels of poverty and the ones who could afford had to tolerate a more expensive standard of living. Poor, for whom it was even hard to live under a tin roof, were the majority of the sufferers. There were many incidents of aggression against the privatization policy and many incidents of breaking the water pipe lines for search of water. However, such aggression was conveniently dealt with force (Gleick et al., 2002)."
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