Essays and Research Papers on Environmental Issues & Ecology

A 5 page research paper, including an abstract, that offers an overview of pollution and sustainable solutions. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 4 page paper that discusses the two named companies. One is producing a 100 percent organic, natural bottled tea and the other grows seeds and spores of a cell that allows plants of all kinds to grow stronger and better with less water and less fertilizer. Both are ethical companies that are serious about ...

A 20 page paper. The entitled book is the catalyst for this essay. The full title of the book is Hot, Flat, And Crowded. Why We Need a Green Revolution – and How it Can Renew America. the paper discusses some of the author's ideas, leadership development, the need for global leadership, and some of ...

This 3 page paper argues that solar energy will replace the use of fossil fuels in the future. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 2.5-page paper analyzes the growing problem of urban sprawl and if anything can and should be done to prevent retailers from abandoning old sites for new sites. There are 6 sources cited.

This 3 page paper outlines the background of the oil company BP looks at the problems it faced in 2010 when it faced a crisis following the explosion on the Deepwater Horizon and considers the actions taken after the crisis. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

Just ten short years ago, BP Oil marked its ongoing dedication to improvement by becoming ISO 9001/9002 accredited in all areas of operation, from product development and manufacturing to shipment and customer service. As well, B.P. Oil provided certification to Public Utility Commission that was an accurate representation of the levies that are officially ...

A 3 page research paper that takes the form of a Platonic dialogue in which three people debate whether or not recycling is beneficial. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 3 page paper which argues against John Steinbeck’s claims in Americans and the Land. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 21 page paper. Biodiversity supports numerous ecosystems and ecosystems are essential for human health. This paper has two parts. The first part human and ecosystem health and reports research regarding the many factors of ecosystems. The essay reports the comprehensive plan the government of Canada developed for the country. The second part discusses ...

In a paper of three pages, the author writes about the five theories of geography in relation to the city of Coronado. The author of this paper describes their hometown of Coronado California and it's geographical elements. There are three sources cited in this paper.

This 3 page paper reports on the struggle of the residents of "Cancer Alley," a stretch of the Mississippi that is dominated by oil refineries and their pollution, as well as high incidence of cancer and other illnesses. The writer discusses the case of made against Shell Oil Company. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 5 page paper considers the importance of geography as it relates to plant growth. Geography often determines climate and even less obvious factors like weed species competition. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper provides an overview of a case example in which a city reports soil and water contamination. This paper evaluates the issues for this city and presents the report of contamination by assessing the different influencing factors. There are 2 sources listed.

This 6-page paper discusses the environmental and social risks inherent with the economic development of Siwa, an oasis in Egypt. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

In a paper of four pages, the author writes about the Fennec Fox. The author of this paper discusses the vulpes zerda and goes into details about the species. There are three sources cited in this paper.

A 12 page paper. The Department of Energy failed to comply with laws, policies, and mandates concerning the transfer of uranium and uranium tails. Some of their actions were for the purpose of keeping USEC, a private company, alive. This report discusses the history of USEC. The report will explain when DOE made the ...

This 10-page paper focuses on the reasons necessary to establish a used computer donation/recycling plan. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

In a paper of four pages, the author writes about the species the black tailed prairie dog. The author of this paper discusses the biome, interactions, and contributions of this species. There are three sources cited in this paper.

In a paper of four pages, the author writes about the Fennec Fox. The author of this paper discusses the vulpes zerda and goes into details about the species. There are three sources cited in this paper.

This 3 page paper provides an overview of the issue of sustainability of the planet and reflects the importance of individual action. This paper reflects on the implications and the need for change. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper argues that while people's opinions on oil spills may be subjective, there are very serious impacts that cannot be ignored. No sources are listed.

This 3 page paper provides evidence to support the fact that global warming is indeed real. Agencies like NOAA, NAS, and NASA have all collected data to demonstrate this fact. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5-page paper is an essay discussing the human responsibility toward natural resources and the natural world. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 8 page paper compares and contrasts the views of Walter Berry and Lewis Thomas in regard to humanity, the environment, and the collective mind of lower animals like ants. Bibliography lists 4 sources.