Essays and Research Papers on Environmental Issues & Ecology

A 12 page paper. Over the years, there have been numerous environmental disasters that were caused by human error. This paper discusses Three Mile Island, Chernobyl and Exxon Valdez. The writer then explores policy changes, if any, as a result of these catastrophes. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 13 page paper describing crocodiles and discussing ways in which people can coexist with them. Crocodiles coexisted with the dinosaurs, but they have survived their reptilian relatives by 65 million years. All 23 species were listed as endangered in 1971, but only seven remain so designated. In 2000, it was discovered that crocodile cartilage possesses ...

A 5 page discussion of the emerging phenomena of eco and archaeotourism. Defines ecotourism and outlines its evolution from its origin in primarily third world to its advent in more developed countries such as the United States. Enumerates the pros and cons of such tourism and concludes that with proper planning ecotourism can ...

This 5 page paper takes a look at the hybrids introduced in 2000 and, most importantly, future ramifications. The political, economic, environmental and social impacts of the invention are discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing John Bellamy Foster's work. This author concludes that only a dramatic "paradigm shift" in proportions never before seen will avert the impending environmental disasters awaiting us. According to the author, all those taking environmental positions without addressing societal needs are misguided and ineffective. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page overview of the ecological diversity of the Everglades. Outlines the climatologic, ecological, and hydrologic factors which interact to make this one of the most ecologically diverse systems on earth. Discusses the threats to this system the changes which have occurred over the years. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page description of the gas radon. Provides the history of its discovery as well as information on the molecular characteristics of the gas, the various isotopes, and potential threats to human health. Concludes that while there are valid and useful application of radon, it is a gas which presents a number of ...

(7 pp) Market-oriented organizations seek to find the most profitable match between taking into account such key driving factors as customer's perceptions of environmental and health issues. This organizational orientation is applied to the Delphi Automotive Products company. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

5 pages in length. In considering oil production in the United States it is best to first focus on the five e's. Those are: efficiency, evolution, extent, economics, and environment. By considering each of these topics there is a well-rounded picture of the United States oil production, and this paper will discuss each of these. Bibliography lists ...

A 12 page research paper that examines the incredible rich variety of life that exists within the Earth's biosphere. Referring primarily to Edward O. Wilson's The Diversity of Life, the writer discusses the decline in biodiversity and its possible implications. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper examines the effects of carbide on the body. Asthma and respiratory problems are highlighted. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page analysis of two of the stories that John McPhee relates in his book The Control of Nature. In this book, McPhee describes situations in which human beings are defying nature by living in areas where humans live at their own risk. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

(7 pp). The plague in India, cholera in Rwanda and Zaire, tuberculosis in the US - diseases we thought we had conquered, are returning with a vengeance throughout the world, claims Laurie Garrett, Health and Science Writer for Newsday. Rising population densities, the advent of jet travel, environmental destruction, and changing ...

(7 pp). The Mongolian People's Republic is a sparsely populated country comprising a land area over twice as much as Texas but only twelfth that state's population. It shares the vast Mongolian Plateau with portions in China and the Soviet Union and is the largest land-locked country in the world, and one of ...

This four-page-paper presents a discussion on the viewpoints of two well known environmentalist philosophers William Baxter and Peter Singer. The similarities and differences in the two men's belief system are outlined and discussed. Bibliography lists three sources.

This 5 page report discusses the development of environmentally friendly products. In the process of actually designing a green project, countless variables come into play. Careful planning is required and it is important to take full advantage of the substantial amount of product development and market research has already been collected by organizations and industry around the world. This philosophy behind the ...

An 18 page paper discussing research in introducing natural gas as an enhancer for diesel fuel. Natural gas cannot fully substitute for any fuel in any type of internal combustion engine, but there have been attempts to use a pilot injection of diesel followed by injection of natural gas. The nature of natural gas is such that ...

A 5 page review of Melissa Everett's book Making a Living While Making a Difference, in which Everett outlines ways by which individuals can find fulfillment in their careers by through environmental activism. No additional sources cited.

An 8 page consideration of the theory of catastrophism in relation to the dinosaur extinction which occurred during the Cretaceous and Tertiary periods. Weighs the geologic evidence of such an event against the environmental effects which would have occurred to contend that such an event would have had much further effects than on the ...

6 pages in length. Careless mining and timber harvesting in tropical rain forests can destroy entire species of flora and fauna, create soil problems, and even threaten the existence of primitive people who are reliant on what the forests provide. Yet in a number of countries business entrepreneurs are exploiting the rain forests for ...

A six-page paper which briefly summarises the background to and main issues raised in Silent Spring. The writer considers the relevance of Carson’s work to ecological issues today, and considers how her theories can be applied to such areas as global warming, genetic engineering and BSE.

8 pages in length. The writer discusses the issue of global warming, as well as how China and Finland have contributed to and might address the problem. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

(10 pp) This discussion centers around a student based assignment to present a problem and/or a controversial subject to an educated audience. The issue and its history needs to be defined; the problem analyzed; debate presented how to resolve the problem; and potential solution to the problem. Although this was developed as ...

This 24 page report discusses the fact that environmental issue must be considered, regardless of political or economic considerations, from a number of specific perspectives that address underlying issues that relate to environmental responsibility separate and apart from political ideologies. The situations in which the Kingdom of Jordan finds itself as it makes a free trade agreement with the US serves ...

This 3 page paper looks at how tax is used as an incentive to better and more environmentally friendly practices by both commercial enterprises, organisation as well as individuals. The way in which tax is used is discussed along with suggestions for the future. The bibliography cites 3 sources.