Essays and Research Papers on Environmental Issues & Ecology

A 4 page paper reviewing this work by former US vice president Gore. Gore’s publisher places on the book jacket glowing terms such as “intellectual brilliance” and “impeccable scholarship” to describe the contents of Gore’s 1992 work. The positions and sentiments that Gore presents in the work are admirable and do indeed deserve ...

An 8 page paper which examines population control as it concerns the affects of population, directly and indirectly, on the environment. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 12 page paper explains biodversity and its importance. Furthermore, this paper examins current threats to species, discusses environmental justice, reviews the environmental problems in developing nations, and more. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This is an 11 page paper discussing the issue of labeling genetically engineered foods in Canada. Currently within Canada recent consumer polls have indicated that over 95% of Canadians want genetically engineered (GE) or genetically modified (GM) foods labeled as such. While this may appear to be a straight forward issue simply resolved with mandatory ...

This 3 page paper is discussed in the context of civil engineering. Facts about flooding, seepage, precipitation and other elements are provided. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper provides an examination of why water purification is an important environmental issue. This paper highlights the many environmental problems which are a result of this issue, as well as information about possible solutions. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 6 page overview of the problems mining presents to Kentucky’s ecology. Mining can be tremendously disruptive from an environmental perspective. The answer to this disruption is a limitation of the types of areas which can be mined and an effective reclamation plan. The author suggests the creation of man-made wetlands as ...

This 19 page paper examines the conflict between Word Trade Organization regulations and multilateral environmental agreements. The paper assesses the role of the WTO, who the conflict arise, and how reconciliation has occurred in the past. A number of examples of actual and potential conflicts are discussed and the policies that underlie the decision behind ...

This 5 page paper discusses water scarcity, and how water should be reserved for agricultural needs primarily as opposed to urban centers in these situations. This paper uses California as an example, as well as other global locations to show the need for making agriculture a priority. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This is an 8 page paper discussing the consideration for Canadian aboriginals in regards to environmental conservation in Canada. Within the last century in Canada, there has been little consideration for the environmental concerns and land claims proposed by the Canadian aboriginals. Part of reason for this could be that generally, as seen in the ...

This is a 9 page paper discussing the effects of El Nino on the world’s coral reefs in addition to other factors. Excessive and sudden high sea water temperatures, El Nino, have a devastating effect on the coral reefs in over 100 countries around the world. High sea surface temperatures cause a disruption of enzymes ...

4 pages in length. The personification of Egdon Heath originated as a means by which to describe the wholly indescribable sensation when humanity came to appreciate nature's overwhelming presence amidst his own mortal inconsequence. That Egdon Heath represents all that is wild and unencumbered makes it more of a prime manifestation of human ...

A 6 page paper that describes the major components of a thematic interdisciplinary unit for second-graders. The paper begins with a rationale for the unit and then presents the objectives for the unit. (These are also correlated to the Pennsylvania Standards.) Materials and resources are then listed. This is followed by activities for each of ...

This 4 page paper outlines Eastman Kodak's environmental problems. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has consistently cited Kodak for various violations involving inspections, monitoring and reporting over the last several years. The essay also notes the progress Kodak has made in "cleaning up their act." Bibliography lists 6 sources.

5 pages in length. Man's unrelenting progress as a species has rendered irreparable harm to the environment around him; one of the most impacting of all situations to arise from this persistent quest toward human progress is the detrimental condition such efforts have imposed upon the world's rain forests. Inasmuch as "the reasons ...

This is an 8 page paper discussing the ecology of the Hawaiian coral reefs. The Hawaiian Islands stretch for over 2,300 kilometers and also contain what are considered unique coral reefs because they are geologically younger than many other coral reefs, have no barrier reefs among the windward islands, and are also less diverse than ...

This is an 8 page paper discussing the bioaccumulation of toxins in the Canadian Arctic. Presence of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) which include pesticides, industrial compounds, and combustion by-products are one of the major environmental and health concerns within the Canadian Arctic regions today. Measurement of POP bioconcentration or bioaccumulation levels within the Arctic have ...

This 3 page paper provides a brief overview of the U.N.'s ideas for the development of sustainable environments. The goals of the program are highlighted. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

17 pages in length. The attempt to exist as one harmonious global community has been a long-standing struggle on the part of those who see no reason for the ongoing strife inherent to war. When nations are warring, they pay little mind to the inhumanity of their wartime activities much less give any ...

An 11 page overview of the many design considerations which go into the planning of nature reserves. The author emphasizes the importance of insuring desirable biodiversity both by appropriate design and by appropriate management of the reserve once it is created. Mitigation projects are featured as welcome, if not ideal, opportunities for nature ...

This 15 page paper analyzes "Stolen Harvest: The Hijacking of the Global Food Supply", by Vandana Shiva. This paper examines one of Shiva's arguments in detail, as well as outlining the basic argument of the entire book in an effort to support the premise of the author. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This is a 6 page paper discussing the environmental challenges and the government response in Mozambique. The civil war which erupted in Mozambique in 1975 was considered one of the main factors which led to the devastation of the environment within the country. Not only did the civil war have a direct impact on the ...

A 4 page paper discussing how smaller communities can establish cost-effective recycling efforts. Regional recycling can ease the economic costs of recycling while simultaneously increasing its economic returns. When all attention is trained on the bottom line, regional recycling offers an alternative that can be environmentally sustainable and responsible, while yet paying its ...

This is a 4 page paper discussing sustainable development in Africa. The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) reports on the consensus which exists between African governments on the importance of sustainable development for their future. Sustainable development, defined as “a new approach to economic development with emphasis on food security, social development and environmental security” ...

This is a 9 page paper discussing genetic engineering in food. Genetic engineering (GE) or biotechnology in food involves the process of inserting genetic material into plant or animal breeds in the hopes to develop certain positive characteristics within that breed; characteristics which may have previously taken generations to propagate in the breed. In addition ...