People often think death means sadness and desperation, but do you know death also means contribution and splendid? Whale Fall is a good example of a response to this sentence. Whale fall is a pretty word to describe the death of a whale. Their carcasses…
Essays on Environment
One of the sources of international law listed in article 38(1) is ‘international custom, as evidence of a general practice accepted as law’. From the definition follows, that there are two main requirements for customary law: objective requirement- ‘general practice’ (mainly, that states are practicing…
Rain man is the classic drama film of 1988, it is the story of two brothers, younger brother is a self-obsessed vehicle trader Charlie Babbitt which is his mid-twenties and other autistic brother is Raymond Babbitt. Charlie’s father died and attorney share his father’s will…
Since the twentieth century, researchers are looking at and discussing this topic. According to Nguyen (2010) urban sprawl is the poor planning and under development of buildings in urban places whereby houses and organizations that offer goods and services have an endless distance between them….
Today, many environmental activists are shouting about conservation. One of the touted conservation is water conservation. What exactly is water conservation and how is it technical? A brief review below will explain a little about water conservation in agriculture. In principle, water conservation is the…
The science behind global warming can go one of two ways, either it proves global warming or it doesn’t. It can be hard to know what is really true because there is data to prove either. We only have to study the day to day…
In the article The Most Important Number for the West’s Hideous fire season By Robinson Mayer, he explains through logos and pathos the effects climate change and california wildfires and climate change. Mayer makes an effective argument through logos as he had interviewed Daniel Swain,…
Coastal Areas are the 2% land area from the total earth surface that is vulnerable to climate change. Numan and Beatley has mentioned that the 10 % population of the world that mostly live in the largest cities such as Jakarta, Bangkok, London, Mumbai Shanghai,…
Climate change is a swift change in the earth’s normal weather patterns and when this change results to an unusual increase in the global temperatures, which lasts for even over a decade. An aspect that we can see arise from this change is global warming….
Microbes are smallest forms of life on earth having largest uncultivated pool of biodiversity. Microbes are the driving force for many functions of the ecosystem and thus could play crucial role in maintaining agriculture and energy security. Furthermore, microorganisms play a vital role in every…
A rhetorical perspective We live in a day and age where climate change is a very controversial yet important topic. With many prominent world leaders who usually disregard climate change as a myth and don’t do anything towards preventing the ill effects of it, it…
Global warming, is it bad? I know that my dogs seem to shed year-round now, and when I lived in Washington State winters were becoming milder and spring and summers were getting nicer towards the end of the 10 years I lived there, but are…
Climate change is leading to shifting ecosystems which are affecting animals, habitats, food chain, and our global system. Shifting ecosystems can lead to loss of animals because of loss of habitats, which may affect us with food and the food chain for other animals. Our…
In the course of recent decades, the term ‘climate change’ has for many procured a notable commonality. It has become one of the most debated issue of the contemporary era and requires sustained actions. In their 2007 Fourth Assessment Report, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate…
As students in schools of modern Singapore, we see many videos or even documentaries about how other countries combat the effects of climate change and their existing features how to combat climate change however for Singapore, we are only shown what we can do to…
Imagine most of our planet’s current land mass starts to get submerged under a rising level of seawater; imagine a planet where no one can barely walk under the sun; a planet where there is not enough oxygen to support life; or imagine a situation…
Across the planet there is an on-going debate on the topic of global warming or, more accurately, climate change. Though the two stances on climate change are heavily connected with political alignment, it is mostly a topic that considers a person’s scientific beliefs and knowledge….
“What is causing climate change Amazon Deforestation?” Cattle Ranching is causing the Amazon Deforestation. “What can we do to help this situation?” What we can do to help is by buying some land, reducing the wood and paper, and trying try to eat less beef….
Global Climate Change has been an ongoing controversial issue for the past century. Various factors influence the earth’s climate system, such as natural and human activities. The primary sources of the generation of greenhouse gas emissions include coal, oil, gas, and transportation. There are many…
On August 17th, 2017, Harvey hit Texas and Louisiana as a category four hurricane which took the title as the wettest hurricane in US history dumping over 50 inches of rain over 17 days (Mann). Texas experienced $125 billion in damages which comes in second…
Most people believe that slavery was gone when the Thirteenth Amendment was passed in 1865. What don’t know is that there are still many people being used for forced labor and sex illegally in the United States and across the world today. According to the…
In 2014, the National Waste and Recycling Association conducted a survey, that resulted in approximately 1 in 10 people admitting to throwing trash, in recycling bins. In addition, the survey revealed, that a whopping 1 in 5 people also admitted to throwing items in recycling…
Everyday somewhere in the world a mother gives birth to an infant, which she promises to always be there to keep safe. Although people try their best to do what they can in other for their love one to have a better future but now…
When analyzing the economic landscape in 2019 two themes that are repeated frequently are globalization and the issue of climate change. Though both have been topics of discussion for years, climate change in particular has been on ever growing area of interest /concern and with…
One of the biggest threats ever known to humans is climate change. Why so? Because the effects that it has on our planet are profound. More than profound, they are immense. We see how the glaciers are melting. Also, the temperatures are rising. Winters are…
Climate change is a continuous chain. The chain begins with development activities, particularly the consumption of fossil fuels, and has many consequences. What has been the most discussed and studied so far has been the amount of greenhouse gas production, its control and eventually its…
Environmental change has become one of the greatest and most pressing issues of the current world and climate change is making its mark on agriculture on our planet. The climate for earth is continuously changing predominantly because of an expansion in greenhouse gases, or ozone…
When viewing climate change, there are many influences driving the changes happening to our planet and connection between humans and climate change. As of today, atmospheric levels of greenhouse gases are greater than ever, and a majority of the reasons point to humans. Cultural Consumption…
Sea-level rise is a main consequence of climate change. People think of global warming and climate change as substitutes, but then researchers choose to use climate change when telling the multifaceted changes now affecting our earth’s weather and climate systems. In the future, higher sea…
Everyday we hear about climate change in newspapers, television and from people we meet. The thing is, most people don’t actually understand what it means. So, what is climate change? Climate change “means a significant change in the measure of climate, such as temperature, rainfall…
The clock on climate change is ticking fast, while the irreversible effects of climate change continue to escalate. Referring to Earth’s change in air pressure, clouds, humidity, temperature, and precipitation patterns over time, climate change is negatively influencing our planet. Our Earth faces the consequences…
The problem of climate change is an environmental degradation issue which lies among our entire nation. This issue is one of the greatest challenges facing humanity and needs urgent action globally, nationally and locally. Climate change is not a recent occurrence; stretching back to in…
Climate change is an ongoing concern for millions in Canada. The candidates were compelled to the wishes and needs of voters in order to with the most seats in the House of Commons. For this years’ Federal Election, the Liberals and the Conservatives had their…
The tropical rainforest is a hot and moist biome that is found near the equator of the Earth. Rainforests receive more than 200cm of evenly distributed rainfall per year. (“Earth Floor: Biomes,” 2005n.d.)They also have little variation in temperature, averaging more than 20 degrees Celsius….
Since 2006, research scientist have been preparing for the connection between climate change and health and impact of climate change that would affect the health of both the United States (U.S.) and other countries worldwide. Due to significant health threats, federal agencies such as the…
Today, climate change is the most significant challenge to capitalism; in order to understand how it may evolve, each circumstance must be understood. Changes in climate have led to hazards such as extreme weather, increased danger of wildland fires, stresses of food producing systems, and…
Climate change is a global concern throughout the years and it is still far from being resolved. According to the Global Shapers Survey (2017), which involves young individuals below the age of 30, the threat is “ranked as the most serious global issue with 48.8%…
Climate change is a topic that is being widely discussed in the media recently, and for good reason. Flooding from melting polar ice caps, extreme heat from increased greenhouse gasses in Earth’s atmosphere, and the destruction of forests to gather resources have created significant negative…
Climate change has affected human’s life activities, especially island nations. We as humans should take a move as soon as possible to prevent further harm. Although, many pacific island countries are small and seemingly far away position, they are the first line of climate change….
Have you ever imagined that one day, your skin is peeled off by the others intentionally? Actually, over the century, there has been a prevailing wind of using animal fur in the fashion industry around the globe. Hooded jackets, shoes and gloves are only a…
Climate change has been a major issue to people and to the oceans. Heat is going to the ocean which is making unbearable water temperatures for the underwater sea life as well as the glaciers. We have known before that the fish population is declining…
Imagine someone coming into your life, appearing to look normal, genuine and trustworthy. What if this person guarantees you a better lifestyle, but instead you become enslaved into human trafficking? Human Trafficking is when a person abducts you from your normal lifestyle or situation and…
Homelessness is a global problem and its effects are far reaching including the UK. It could be viewed from two broad perspectives, the micro-level (individualistic) or macro-level (structural) factors, just to mention. This literature review examines some of recent studies conducted in trying to explain…
Climate change is a series of changes to the climate or weather patterns of the Earth, that affects different locations in a variety of negative ways. It is clear to many scientists that governments are not doing enough to combat climate change and are, in…
“People are dying. Entire ecosystems are collapsing. We are in the beginning of a mass extinction. And all you can talk about is money and fairytales of eternal economic growth. How dare you!”.This teen activist, Greta Hunberg, speaks out in what she believes in, as…
Climate change has been a topic of discussion for quite a long time now. We can see it being mentioned everywhere, from television news to radio to newspapers. Even though there exists a group that believes climate change is something natural and not a happening…
Our world is constantly evolving and society is evolving right with it. People’s views have begun to change and the younger generation especially is starting to take a stand on world issues. The climate change social issue has gained traction over recent years. Based on…
Death; its perverse skill invades everything. Your home, your dreams, everyone you love; nothing escapes its grasp. But modern medicine and technology have extended life, beyond what it has ever been expected to, and humans live in an era where death has lessened its hold,…
Since 1979, climate change has been a controversial issue spiraling around the major effects of global warming. Long-term effects drastically impact people from lower socioeconomic backgrounds limiting them from attaining the same resources as others who are wealthier and possess a higher level of education….
No matter who you are, where you are or think, the harsh truth of climate change will eventually affect your life negatively but we can turn this doesn’t need to be all doom and gloom. We need to stop showing a blind eye to the…
Nowadays the effects of climate change in the world are increasing at a rapid pace, which is caused by several reasons, for example: natural and humans activities. The sad fact is those changes clearly have negative consequences for the environment, as well as for the…
The ocean is one of the biggest resource humans has ever had. Changes in the ocean play an important role in giving us fish to eat and providing jobs to earn a living wage. The creatures living in its ocean provide us with clean air…
The horror of dog fighting is never-ending. The dogs are scared, raised on heavy chains, just far enough away from the other dogs to not get bit. The dog’s ears and tails are docked by the owner, usually in inhumane ways. Even though dog fighting…
Before the Flood is a documentary about the impacts of climate change, it is 1 hour and 36 minutes long and was released in 2016. National Geographic, producer Fisher Stevens and actor Leonardo DiCaprio come together to chronicle DiCaprio’s exploration of how climate change is…
In our lives, technology plays a vital part. It revolutionized every field dramatically. Technology has a vast scope and had improved our lifestyle. Technology has wide applications and has a significant and influential impact on our life in various ways. This text claimed that human…
Have you been to a nearby beach recently? No? I will Then I will describe it to you. The sand was a soft golden shade that had the perfect comforting warmth. Laying on the beach felt like a welcoming and cosy hug, matched by the…
Many people have their own opinions when it comes to what source of water they would rather drink or which water is more enjoyable. Imagine you are at a restaurant or a party, and if you were offered to choose between bottled water or tap…
Do you think that Zoos should be banned? Well, I do, and here is why! Research has found that most Zoos around the world are not suitable for the animals that are kept there. Do you think it is acceptable that animals never get to…
Deforestation is the cutting down of trees. The condition is caused by both natural and human activities. The activities might either be direct or indirect. As a way of sourcing food, human beings engage in cultivation and livestock farming. The farming method calls for finding extra…
Environment and development are two faces of the same coin. Any one of these cannot be forfeit for the other. On contrary, both of them are equally important for our better future. Thus the responsibility lies on the Supreme Court and the various High Courts…
Climate change is all over the news. It is one of the most debated topics out there, and is a major issue in the modern world. But even with all this talk we seldom answer the important questions about climate change: How do we know…
Humans are a risk averse species. Risks motivate us. It forces us into a position where we must act. We take precautions and note safety measures, so we know how to deal with situations where circumstances take a turn for the worse. When a problem…
Freshwater on earth is only two point five percent of the total water when seventy percent of the earth’s surface is covered by water. Around seventy percent of industrial waste is dumped into the water. Eighty percent of the water pollution is caused due to…
Humans have been impacting our environment since our early ancestors were walking Earth’s soil. Everything we do, we think it is a good thing, but sometimes we notice that what we make is causing much more trouble than what we think. Because of our doing…
In this essay I will be exploring the question ‘To what extent is human impact the cause of Global Warming’. I will do this by studying the effects humans have on our world and ecosystem, especially with the recent increase in technology and transport, such…
It seems like in today’s day and age Earth is ever changing. Temperatures are increasing, which leads to a decrease in landmarks. Global warming is one of the most political, widely, ongoing, and controversial topics in the US for its debate involving nature, daily human…
If everyone in the world lived like the average person in the United States, it would take about 5 Earths to provide enough resources for everyone. This overuse of resources has its consequences. The United States is the second-largest producer of greenhouse gases in the…
If presidents of all countries will not pay attention to climate change, then animals, such as lizards, who live in deserts or polar bears, which live in the North Pole will have a hard time surviving in their own home. Climate change makes animals and…
Climate change is one of the most important issues facing us today. Climate change has become a worldwide issue that has caused a lot of controversies. “Often climate change refers specifically to the rise in global temperatures from the mid 20th century to present”. Many…
Biodiversity contributes to human welfare and our decisions have influences on both biodiversity and ecosystems. Loss in variation of living things and vegetation has become a global issue, because it reduces nature’s ability to supply us with resources and services. I chose this topic because…
It is spread worldwide that the climate is changing rapidly and becomes a serious danger. The weather can be extremely bipolar sometimes. Low temperatures one day, greatly high temperatures the very next day, droughts, floods. Other factors that affect the climate on Earth are deforestation,…
Environmental science is recorded of science that reviews the associations of the physical, compound, and natural parts of the earth and impacts of these Segments on the life forms in the earth. Have you at any point seen that temperature isn’t what it used to…
Oceans are the largest bodies of water found on earth and encompass more space than land. In recent decades, a surplus of harmful human activities has adversely affected marine ecosystems by increasing ocean pollution. Cause and effect on pollution is the spread of harmful toxins…
Can you look at our planet and say we have done a good job Maintaining it. The world is slowly becoming a victim of the crimes us humans have posed against it. The future is not looking bright for our upcoming generation due to fact…
Each year, thousands of families across the globe are displaced from their homes due to extreme weather conditions. These extreme weather disasters include hurricanes, drought, floods, and tornadoes. Climate change has become a huge environmental issue throughout our society in the most recent years. As…
During the late nineteen centuries, the sole purpose of a women was encouraging and nurturing her kids and husband from her home. Women weren’t able function like men in society because they fall under the category, which historians refer to as the “cult of domesticity”….
Urban green spaces such as parks, forests, green roofs, and community gardens contribute significantly to sustainable economic growth but are often in short supply. Green spaces are also important for the community’s welfare and encourage physical activity, mental well-being, and general health of local citizens….
Imagine you have children to bear, where would you prefer to live in? Taiwan or African continents? Is the society full of humanistic atmosphere, which have central human ideology, social rules, abundant food, well medical care, all form up into a civilization atmosphere? Or the…
I would like for all of you to imagine what it’d be like to have a tent as a home and a sleeping bag as a bed. As of January 2018, the United States had an estimated 552,830 people experiencing homelessness according to the Federal…
In recent times, there has been the emergence of the nuisance of the pollution of the atmosphere by the improper disposal of synthetic resin or plastic bags as most call it. This is an unfolding catastrophe that has been overlooked for too long and has…
