Essays and Research Papers on Environmental Issues & Ecology

A 3 page essay that discusses Henry David Thoreau’s essay “Walking,” in which he writes that “in Wilderness is the preservation of the World” (Thoreau). In making this statement, Thoreau refers to qualities that reside in wilderness that he believes to be essential to the continued vigor of human society. These words are profound and ...

This 5 page paper examines the question: Can the society rely on existing and developing technologies in chemistry to protect air quality globally? Biofiltration is discussed along with preventative techniques of improving air quality. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

An 8 page paper discussing the benefits verses impacts of pesticide utilization. Various pesticides are described and their impacts outlined. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

5 pages. This paper shows how the telecommunications companies are contributing to the environmental problems and issues, specifically that of toxic waste, air and water pollution. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page report discusses the two essays and the work of the authors in the context of how each demonstrates unique communication skills and understanding. Both writers present evidence that the communication that takes place within and between species cannot be dismissed lightly. No sources listed.

This 5 page paper looks at the way politics and environmentalism in politics may be influenced by the advent of the internet. Issue such as increased access to knowledge and the increased communication it provides are discussed as is the role and influence of misinformation. Cases are cited to illustrate the points raised. The bibliography ...

This 8 page paper examines Apple and suggests that it may be greenwashing. A look at its environmental policy and contributions over the years is used to argue the point. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page paper discussing the need for and methods of recycling computers and other electronic equipment such as televisions and cellular telephones. More than 2 million tons of electronic waste are added to landfills each year, and 250 million computers are expected to become obsolete by 2005. The paper identifies hazardous and ...

An 8 page paper which examines how computers can assist fire departments in terms of expediency in tracking fires, responding to calls, fire prevention, fire simulations and providing public education on fire-fighting. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

The age of computers has brought with it many innovations. One area that has been greatly impacted by the rise in technological ability has been agriculture. The 'simple life' of the farm has been irrevocably changed by the advent of computer based renovations. 'Precision agriculture' is the term coined to represent the ...

This 12 page paper looks at the oil industry during the twentieth century and the way in which advances in technology have changed caused changes. The paper covers topics such as deep sea drilling, the use of computer and satellites and the speed of change. The bibliography cites 9 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the message of Kristin Shrader-Frechette in the book Technology and values. The way in which we consider the cost of technology is flawed and short term. The writer considers the argument of how technology should be valued against the human cost, such as raising cancer rates, increased death and the ...

This is a 5 page paper discussing Jonas’ restructuring of Kant’s categorical imperative in regards to ethically responsible decisions and actions. In the 18th and 19th centuries, philosophers such as Immanual Kant were interested in “the supreme moral principle” which would govern individual action and decision making in society, religion and politics. Kant in his ...

A 5 page review of nanotechnology. The author demonstrates that nanotechnology is moving into mainstream application at a phenomenal rate. While much of this technology is beneficial, there is room for significant environmental concern. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 18 page report discusses agricultural biotechnology with a special focus on the nations of the Middle East. Biotechnology is the name given to a variety of agricultural, automated and industrial technologies that make use of the natural operations or products of biological, thus living, things. Agricultural biotechnology offers the potential to address many problems that have had a direct and limiting ...

This 5 page paper considers the phenomenon of urban sprawl. The paper looks at the causes and effects of this trend, how it is encouraged by technology and argues that it should be halted giving suggestion on how this may be achieved. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

A 4 page essay that examines the work of 5 nature writers. Writing that focuses on nature and humanity's relation to it, as well as on the roles of specific animals within it, has been a "recognizable and distinct tradition in English prose" for over two centuries (Elder and Finch 21). Over that ...

This 17 page paper is written in the form of a report in three parts. The first paper considers what is meant by the term genetically modified food and the general concerns and research. The second part of the paper considers the implications of genetic modifications for nutrient values of food. The last part of ...

An 8 page discussion of the theme of change which characterizes “Desert Solitaire”, a book which was written in a much simpler time, a time before Lake Powell and Glen Canyon Dam, a time before the rampant development which now characterizes the American West. This paper emphasizes Abbey’s sensitivity to the wonderful ecological complexity ...

This 3 page paper is a conclusion written for a paper provided by the student which examined the degree to which sustainability polices are achieving results in the European Union. The bibliography cites 1 source.

This 5 page paper examines the benefits of nuclear weapons and is written as an argument in their defense. This paper bases the argument in support of nuclear weapons on a wide variety of facts relating to the political, economic and environmental benefits of nuclear weapons. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 4 page paper provides 3 brief lesson plan descriptions (social studies, art and writing process) for the subjects of the First Thanksgiving and Recycling. These lesson plans are for children in grade school, grades 3-4, and include appropriate assignments to be adjusted by instructors relative to grade level designations. No additional sources ...

7 pages. This paper will examine articles by four different authors and compare and contrast some of their views regarding economics and environmental rationale. Herman Daly, Nicholas Roegen, Garret Hardin and Murray Bookchin have all written memorable articles on their opinions and ideas focussing on different aspects of economic and ecological issues. ...

This 7 page paper is written in two parts. The first part looks how an effective environmental policy statement can be created. The second part of the paper discusses the value of a regulatory register helping a company to ensure compliance with environmental law. The bibliography cites 8 sources.

This 27-page paper examines how colleges and universities are taking the role of leadership in trying to deal with climate change and carbon offsets. Bibliography lists 12 sources.