In parallel with the huge efforts exerted by regulators worldwide to encourage investors to invest in the deployment of new renewable energy generation stations, it is equally important to devise suitable energy policies to make the proliferation of renewable energy sources as effective as possible…
Essays on Environmental Sustainability
Throughout the years, renewable resources have become an alternative to using fossil fuels. The Industrial Revolution led to society’s use of traditional resources such as coal, oil, and natural gas. Time passed, and these significant resources caused the government to use large scale wind power…
Plummeting temperatures and the appearance of snow are common signs that winter is approaching. For many homeowners, this means cranking up the thermostat and preparing for the impending cold weather. The change in outside temperatures greatly influences the comfort of our homes because energy is…
The aim of this essay is to talk about how subsidies encouraged the growth of electric cars in Norway, their effect and research other examples where subsidies were introduced as well. Nowadays, climate change is a major issue, therefore electric cars are getting more and…
Nanotechnology is a field of revolution in building thing on the scale of atoms and molecules. Results have shown that nanotechnology has enhanced manufacturing methods, water systems, energy system and also has a positive impact on pharmacy and biomedical research.The central idea of this study…
Wind has been used as a supply of power for several years. The generation of electricity from wind has experienced a noteworthy pace within the past decade due to depleting typical resources and increasing environmental issues. Wind energy conversion has become a reliable and competitive means for power generation. The life span of contemporary wind turbines is currently 20-25 years, which is…
Due to the ambitious worldwide targets to eliminate the use of fossil fuels and to increase the use of renewable sources such as solar or wind energy there have been many studies into the locations most suitable. Due to amount of space required to install…
Since electric power, based on fossil fuels, once considered inevitable, pollutes our environment and destroys valuable natural resources, scientists are looking for alternative, clean, natural resources. The answer is right in their back yard. The energy produced from natural sources has been around for hundreds…
Water is a compound made up of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom. Now it may not seem that important when you say it like that, but water is essential to life for all living things. The paper you are about to read contains…
Water is the basic element for life on Earth. If we take a look at our Earth from space, with its immense and deep sea, it seems like there is enough water for our utilization. However, just a little part of Earth’s water is available…
Living in a world where technology plays a big role in society, irrigation has also been a part of the society. Irrigation has helped the agriculture to grow their crops, and also has made a big impact on the water cycle. Water cycle helps our…
Fuel is a crucial essence of our lives for it’s wide use round the world as a supply of energy. Fuel largely came from organic material and natural substances that came from the planet naturally or it came from refinement substances that could be a…
Billions of people rely on fossil fuels for all aspects of their life, too getting to work or school or the millions of people that take the public transportation to get to work everyday, and the earth only has a finite amount of oil reserves…
As per the Research, The average citizen produces seven and a half pounds of garbage or waste materials every day that is being buried down in landfills or in land which also gets littered in lands costing a serious amount of money. Nowadays, diseases like…
Nuclear material has an impact on our lives every day but they can also be turned into killing weapons if it is found in the wrong hands becomes a threat to all of us. It is no new thing that world leaders know that nuclear…
There are two well known renewable sources: wind energy and solar energy. Solar energy and wind energy are two difference sources of one form and they both have some similarities and variations. Both solar and wind power turbines make use of a battery device in…
Facts According to Gallup Survey (US) in 2017, 71% of respondents prefer Alternative Energy such as wind / solar over 23% who preferred production of oil and gas. [1] Not surprisingly, youth is encouraging renewables more than elderly people. The worldwide wind capacity reached 486’661…
Generally, photovoltaics can be grouped into first, second and third generation photovoltaics. First generation of photovoltaics are typically made from polycrystalline due to its vast availability and can achieve up to almost 28% of conversion efficiency. Monocrystalline are more effective but also can be more…
Nobody’s going to blame you for destroying the planet except your children. In the 21st century we still use fuel for getting energy in everything we do whether it is to cook food or driving cars. Now, people would say that we don’t have an…
In contemporary business world, businesses are expected to take more responsibilities beyond the economic reasons of engaging in business venture. According to Porter and Kramer (2006), business organizations involved in societal cause as a response to strategic CSR based on the significance of some social…
Corporate Social Responsibility is a management concept whereby companies integrate social and environmental concerns in their business operations and interactions with their stakeholders. CSR is generally understood as being the way through which a company achieves a balance of economic, environmental and social imperatives, while…
This is the discussion of environmental sustainability and resilience objectives. They have been discussed in a manner that places each objective as a sub-topic, where answers of the three questions are answered under each objective sub-topic, which are their feasibility, current state of progress with…
Deforestation is defined by cutting of tress in a forested area. The deterioration of forest resources and poor economic performance in the Philippines call for a serious rethinking of economic policies addressing both environmental and economic objectives. The recent economic literature suggests the possibility of…
ABSTRACT As the technology of human kind progresses the need for energy further increases, with it the search for renewable sources of energy had become the priority of various individuals and research institutes. Part of these renewable sources are the oceans and seas. One kind…
Japan Tobacco Inc (JT) is an international manufacturer company of tobacco in Japan. Their headquarter is in Geneva. They are always focusing on “Reduced-Risk Products(RRP)” that are products with the potential to reduce the risks associated with smoking, (JT,2018) and doing expected corporate citizenship. JT…
The role of youths and students in achieving the sustainable development goals “We can’t help everyone, but everyone can help someone. ” Today, youth, as a positive, energetic, creative and passionate part of modern society, plays an important role in solving global problems. Young people…
Environmental Sustainability is an Important Aspect to Consider When Planning a City as It Affects
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Environmental sustainability is an important aspect to consider when planning a city as it affects the population and the quality of their lifestyle. By implementing actions to enhance a sustainable area for a population to live, this allows the people to in the city to…
ABSTRACT Energy is an important source in the world of economic, social and industrial development of any nation. During the last several decades, energy demand of the world has been increasing continuously at a large rate due to increase in population, industrialization, transportation etc. Alternatives…
There can be a number of benefits to the company if they choose to adopt sustainability reporting: Building Reputation and consumer trust It may turn out to be a capable device for corporations that need to assemble or reestablish trust. It can help firms that…
The challenge of fostering sustainable development cannot be met without the fundamental transformation of global energy systems. Climate change has brought new reasons to challenge the energy policy in order for the environment to be sustained. When sector distribution of GHG emission is taken into…
With the passage of time sustainability marketing gone through different phases. In the earlier phase it was emerged as ecological issues then after the passage of time it came with the social and ecological issues then after few years’ sustainability marketing came. Now this is…
Solar power is the conversion of energy from sunlight into electricity, either directly using photovoltaic (PV), indirectly using concentrated solar power or the combination. Solar energy is radiant light and heat from the sun that is harness using a range of ever-evolving technologies such as…
This project for Environment and Business consists of finding an article about a business that is starting or has already taken environmental actions for their company. The article that stood out was Tim Hortons’ initiative to change the lids that they use for their beverages….
The usage of plastic grocery bags in the spectrum of sustainability Specific scopes of analysis were directed to different group member for their own literature reviews resulting in the objective of this literature review; determine if there are viable alternatives to plastic grocery bags that…
Introduction Energy Having a strong and reliable source of energy is a key foundation and fundamental for all economies. While economies continue to grow and become dependent on more complex based infrastructure and sophisticated technological systems, energy becomes ever more important to individuals, enterprises and…
Abstract Now a day needs of biofuel is most required because of non-renewable sources are going vanish. Biodiesel is the option for natural fuels for the production of bioethanol the main element is cost of feed-stock. The process carried out by producing biofuels from banana…
Due to urban conurbation, numerous homes, particularly in more populated rural regions, have expansive gardens and most individuals utilize gasoline fueled grass cutters to cut their grass. This comes about in a tremendous sum of contamination each year. You’ll be able do something to assist…
For Solar Energy Multi-Coatings (SEMCS) applications we investigated the influence of surface roughness with the number of layer on the optical and structural properties, hence, improved transmittance, reduced reflectance, and increased band gaps for single-, double-, and triple- coatings of semiconductors, more over the decrease…
Solar farms require a large space for their implementation and operation. If a single domestic solar panel is already a hulk, the panels used in solar farms are much larger. Its landscape impact, therefore, is also. But, is this characteristic always an inconvenience? This peculiar…
International Tourism and Hotel Management Program by Griffith University Environmental Sustainability An abstract The hospitality industry presents a variety of environmental aspects. Users are consuming resources such as energy and water on a daily basis and generating a kind of solid waste and effluents. It…
In these recent years, a rapid depletion of fossil fuels has becoming a major issue in world as a demand towards fuel consumption per number of population is explodes either in air, land or water transportation sector and it is responsible for 60% of total…
Energy is needed all around the world. There are many different types of energy sources. Coal, wind, solar, and nuclear power are four main alternative types of energy sources. The most common sources of energy are gas, petroleum. At this point in time with global…
In the modern world we live in, we constantly use energy to aid us with every day activities; such as charging phones, driving cars, etc. Though, the energy we are using is constantly running out; in other words, it is limited. Also, the current energy…
WIND ENERGY Wind energy is one of the most quickly developing sources of energy in the UK. In Northern Ireland alone, there are now 12 sites with wind-powered generators in action. Power ratings can vary from a few kilowatts to several megawatts. A large wind-farm…
A Greater Alternative What if our modern world and civilization was powered by a supreme, clean, and reliable energy source, powerful enough to power a thriving planet such as earth, but quiet enough to keep our atmosphere free of pollution? You may be wondering: what…
Wind Energy Humans have used wind as a source of energy for centuries. Wind energy has been utilized anywhere from propelling sailing craft to grinding grain, as early as 500 B.C. It’s always been both a practical and effective energy source. Wind turbines go through…
There is an unlikely chance that in the near future, a full transition from fossil fuels will be made. Therefore, means will need to be instituted to make fossil fuel usage cleaner, and also to regulate it. Solutions will be provided in the following paragraphs,…
Introduction Fossil fuels are formed through natural processes of decomposition of dead and buried organisms mostly plants that already contain energy from the process of photosynthesis and for the animals the process of respiration (Crawley, 2016). Fossil fuels include petroleum, coal and natural gas which…
Fossil Fuels The world depends on oil and other fossil fuels to run. Oil is used to power cars, machines, and other necessary devices. Without oil, the world would come to a standstill, because there is, as of now, no viable alternative that can be…
Green energy comes from natural sources such as sunlight, wind, water and, biogas. These energy resources are renewable, meaning they’re naturally replenished. They are the safe way to produce energy that will not harm the world and the atmosphere. One of the technology trends making…
Solar Energy is energy from the sun or known as radiant energy emitted by the sun. How is it produced? Solar power is arguably the cleanest, most reliable form of renewable energy available, and it can be used in several forms to help power your…
Introduction For over thousand years Earth has been able to sustain life. The four spheres of Earth are lithosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere and all this sphere overlap and interlink to form the environment. The environment can be defined as an ecosystem surrounded by both…
The Smart City Model is a combination of six factors: smart economy, smart people, smart governance, smart mobility, smart environment and smart living (Vito Albino February 2015). Considering these six factors a smart city is planned to provide the public with a better quality of…
Worldwide, improvements in renewable energy technology through technological advances, access to finance, quality assurance standards and product efficiency are catalyzing rapid growth in the field of energy access especially in large area of urban population. However, there has been a considerable disparity with the same…
The confined resources of non-renewable energy like gas, petroleum, along with the increasing resistance to nuclear power, induced by worries regarding to protection disputes and radioactive trash neutralization, have directed to an exceeding requirement of safe, clean and above all considerations, renewable energy sources. Photovoltaic…
As per the definition interpreted by the What is a Green Building (2018), the projects that would allow us to preserve most of natural environment around the project site, while still being able to produce a building that is going to serve a purpose is…
INTRODUCTION Power is the gift from science that really stands out and has given to humanity. It has likewise turned into a piece of present day life and no one could think of what might happen without it. Power has numerous uses in our everyday…
The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (1999) utilizes for CSR the accompanying definition: “Proceeding with duty by an organization to carry on morally and add to monetary improvement while enhancing the personal satisfaction of its workforce and relatives, and additionally the local community and…
In the last few years, global demand for drinkable water has substantially increased, due to population growth. The worldwide demand of fresh water for agricultural, industrial and domestic applications is expected to reach about 6900 billion m3/ day by the year 2030, which would surpass…
An enduring problem for strategic management is the sustainability of policy initiatives. Institutional theory suggests that self-regulatory structures can become institutionalized in organizations that adopt them, generating both a real commitment to regulatory compliance and a set of practices to support this commitment. Nevertheless, very…
This report focuses on providing a detailed evaluation of how businesses retain a more responsible approach in regards to responsible marketing and the development of sustainable products. Research and findings are sourced from an array of sources which range from journals, books and websites. Findings…
In recent years the terms sustainability and resilience have been compared, differentiated, and used interchangeably by a variety of different writers and scientists. The lack of a proper understanding behind both concepts causes confusion and debate about whether or not they are the same term,…
We hear a lot about clean energy, biofuels, also about the price of oil, the increases in the receipt of light. But do we really know where the energy comes from and if it is more or less polluting? To begin with, we can talk…
The Sustainable Development Goals are a recommendation to make a move to end sad, secure the planet and endorsement that all individuals can experience peace and sprightly. These 17 Goals build up the aggrement of the Millennium Development Goals, while at the same time then…
Revise strategy – My final recommendation would be for First Solar to revise its company strategy. While expanding to underserved markets would be a quick solution to declining revenues, a revision of overall company strategy would reposition the company for long-term sustained success in its…
Thermal energy can be solar, coal-based, hydrothermal, wind-generated or geothermal. Solar thermal power options are part of the low-cost PVs which can delivers power through solar energies and this is widely popular in China where recent development in Gansu and Qinghai Province aim to trap…
The economic and industrial growth of a country is mainly dependent on the sustainable and reliable supply of electric power. With the depletion of fossil fuels and serious Environmental concerns, the transition towards clean and sustainable energy technologies has become necessary. Micro-hydropower (MHP) schemes can…
Would you like to use the water pump with solar energy? Maybe it makes it impossible to connect the network to get away from your garden. Or you’ll love the pumps that pump water with solar energy. Whatever it is, it’s a great concept to…
Introduction- An overview of the Agriculture Industry Agriculture industry plays a huge role in sustaining human life although its practices have a big impact on the environment such as climate change, deforestation, air, water, and land pollution as well as general environmental degradation (Anderson,20110). This…
Government Readiness- Government has started allocating funds for Research & Development opportunities in biofuels. To get the upper hand in terms of cost against the other competing country in the market. As per the National Biofuel Policy 2018, Government is going to form National Biofuel…
There has been a significant global tendency towards renewable energies during recent years. Environmental problems, energy crisis, population growth and the depletion of fossil fuel sources are among the reasons behind the increasing attention to the development of new energy sources. Biomass is a renewable…
Rice husk was used as the feedstock for gasification purpose due to its significant abundance and suitable caloric value. First, the biomass sample was dried at 90 ◦C for 2 h and then, it was shredded into five different biomass particle size (db) ranges, namely…
Introduction Construction industry has noteworthy ecological, social and financial effects on the general public. As one of key yields of the development industry, structures to a great extent mirror these effects amid its lifecycle. The positive effects of development exercises include: giving structures and offices…
Abstract This project is the first graduation project for the department of energy engineering, it shows a basic research study project that show the advantages and disadvantages of using cow manure as bio-fuel to create energy, this project is considered the introduction to a more…
Over the last few decades, renewable energy sources have surged into the energy arena, providing viable alternatives to the non-renewable energy sources that humans have been consuming at alarming rates. Renewable energy is a source of energy that does not deplete as it is used;…
The basin of the solar still is filled with brackish water and the sun rays are passed through the glass cover to heat the water in the blackened inner surface of basin and because of temperature difference between water and glass surfaces water gets evaporated….
Social Sustainability is a frequently ignored part of sustainability, as sustainable development talks regularly center on the natural or financial parts of Sustainability. Every one of the three measurements of Sustainability must be routed to achieve the most economical result conceivable. Social Sustainability happens when…
Sustainability is the way toward keeping up change in an adjusted manner, in which the abuse of assets, the bearing of ventures, the introduction of innovative advancement and institutional change are all in amicability and improve both present and future potential to address human issues…
Society in today’s time has evolved a lot, in terms of living standards and modern human demands. In line with these improvements, there are numerous implications that come along with modernization. There have been a lot of issues roaming around preserving the environment. Modern day…
The corporate segment over the globe is grappling with its new part, which is to write the issues of the present age without trading off the topics of the people to come. Organizations are gradually however definitely unsuspicious obligations for the ways their tasks stupefy…
