News-and-Society – Environmental EzineArticles

Being Environmentally Responsible Need Not Be Costly

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Jamie R Lyons

Environmental responsibility is something of a buzzword at present, and rightly so, as the extent to which our activity has impacted upon the earth has only relatively recently come to light. With individuals looking to reduce their carbon footprint and government initiatives established to attempt to reduce motor vehicle usage, it has affected all aspects of life.
Biofuels For Passenger Cars

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Rachna Parmar

Conventional fuels have been contributing significantly towards environmental pollution. Biofuels are emerging as an effective substitute. Here, we analyze the pros and cons of biofuels and whether they really are a fuel for the future.
Ranching and Farming Sayings – An Overview of Conversation Starters

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Alicia Moe

Farmers and ranchers across Montana use a unique, and yet simple system for starting a conversation and spreading the news. Whether stopped in the middle of a quiet county road or out in front of the bank during a quick run into town, conversations invariably begin with a question, which are almost exclusively dependent on the season.
Genetically Modified Food – A Growing Concern

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Anna Lonsdale

Genetically Modified foods have not been tested adequately for safety and yet they are rapidly spreading throughout the global food production system. GM foods originally touted to provide solutions to the food crisis have not lived up to their claims. Instead they have radically increased the use of toxic pesticides, in the form of ‘Round Up Ready’ crops.
Olympic Junk – Where Does it Go?

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Harriet Shugarman

Every wonder what happens to all the “stuff” generated by an event like the Olympic Games? Where does all that stuff go when the two weeks are up, the Olympics are over and the next Olympics are in 2012, and 2010 is no more?
Alternative Energy Investment – Japan’s Emerging Role

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Ken Raymond

So what is Japan’s current role in alternative energy investment? Japan is among several countries that are addressing energy needs by making advances in water treatment, electricity storage and in solar power.
Decline of the Traditional British Orchard

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Rachel Gawith

Conservationists have warned of the loss of Britain’s traditional orchards. Recent figures from The National Trust indicate that up to 60% of orchards have been lost since the 1950s due to changes in land use and the increase in commercial fruit growers.
Why Do Climatic Changes Occur and Can We Prevent It?

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Arush Keerthi

Climatic conditions change with the increase in temperature and emission of carbon dioxide in the environment. Global warming is a result of this increase in temperature.
Kofi Annan and His Fellow Colleagues Work Towards Saving This Planet!

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Arush Keerthi

Global warming claims around three lakh lives every year. This shows enough evidence to prove how it is increasing at an alarming rate.
Start Enjoying the Financial, Physical and Environmental Benefits of Public Transport Today

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Harvey McEwan

While taking the car to work, the supermarket or even the gym has become an age-old habit that’s difficult to break, the benefits of travel on public transport are quickly outweighing that of having a car. Whether it’s saving money on petrol, getting in some valuable exercise with a short walk to the train station or helping reduce your carbon footprint, the following ideas are just a few ways in which public transport is good for you. Beginning with the environment, global warming is – for want of a better phrase – one of today’s hot topics.
Mastering the Carbon Cycle – Waste to Usable Soil

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Lynda Lacroix

Man has been controlling the direction of the planet’s evolution whether intentional or not since the beginning of his creation. There was a time we laughed at the hippies for not wanting to cut down the rain forests. Now we know they were right.
Solar PV in India – About to Explode?

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Renga Nathan

India formally launched its National Solar Mission in Jan 2010. This ambitious programme is expected to provide significant incentives to encourage large-scale investments for the production of solar energy. The goal of the mission is to increase the installed capacity of solar energy for electricity generation from a paltry 2 MW currently to 20,000 MW (20 GW) by 2022.
What Really Causes Global Warming?

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Dan G Carter

There’s a lot of talk about global warming these days. Here’s some facts about the whole problem.
Tips About Selecting a Tree – Planting Project to Offset Carbon Emissions

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Steve McCrea

Concern over global warming and a rising sea level has prompted some companies to look into ways to offset their carbon emissions. The cost of sponsoring a renewable energy project are prohibitive for some companies (over $5 per ton of carbon emissions).
Global Warming – Climate Change Has a Long Record of Distortions From the IPCC

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Brian H Campbell

Global warming and climate change have long been the topic of controversy. One of the main reasons is because of many distortions from the Intergovernmental Panel On Climate Change, also known as the IPCC.
Scary Stuff Just Under the Surface – Salmon Farming Industry Secrets

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Allie Moxley

Looking strictly at the price tag, many consumers may believe wild-caught salmon to be nothing more than a rip off. Why pay premium prices when you can get the farmed stuff for a fraction of the cost? Perhaps it would change more than a few seafood shoppers’ tunes to know that the Environmental Working Group, based on health standards laid out by the Environmental Protection Agency, warns against eating more than one serving of farmed salmon per month.
Sustaining Crab Harvests Means Preserving a Means of Life in Alaska

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Allie Moxley

The mere mention of the Alaska crab fishing industry elicits dramatic images in most people’s minds, typified by the death-defying acts observed on popular series such as “The Deadliest Catch” and the tall tales that have made their presence felt in American folklore over the last 50+ years. The working conditions for anybody participating in the crab fisheries in Alaska are undoubtedly daunting, despite the fact that the glory days of crab fishing in the Bering Sea and surrounding waters have dwindled somewhat.
The Benefits of Sustainable Fisheries

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Allie Moxley

Many people do not realize this but the plight of the world’s fish is a classic example of the tragedy of the commons. Everyone has an incentive to take but no one has an incentive to replenish or to ensure that there is fish remaining for the next person. Because of this, much of the world’s fish supply has been subject to over-fishing and the population of commonly consumed types of fish is dwindling. One way to protect against this is with sustainable fisheries.
Keeping Up With the Sustainability Goals of the Alaskan Fisheries

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Allie Moxley

What are some of the differences between the Alaskan system and that of places known to be ideal for fishing? You might say, first of all, that fishing has been a way of life in these icy Northern waters since man arrived. Long in the Native traditions of the area, the opening of the salmon fishing season has been celebrated as a solemn occasion. Since the seafood has nourished countless generations, the need to continue to protect Alaska’s marine habitats has been part of the culture.
Fisheries Management in Alaska is Achieved Through Firm, Scientific Oversight

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Allie Moxley

There is every reason to be impressed by the way the Alaska fisheries are managed, particularly when contrasting the current state of affairs with that of, say, 70 or 80 years back when commercial fishing vessels were allowed to do just about whatever they saw fit in the waters of the North Pacific (Alaska wasn’t even a state back then). In contrast with the absolute lack of effective management back then, today’s fisheries management is characterized as being among the most effective and scientifically rigorous in the entire world, giving the Alaska fisheries a leading position in terms of sustainability and eco-friendliness.
Is There Arsenic in Your Drinking Water?

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Ronni Sobel

Arsenic has recently become more of a concern in drinking water. Typically, arsenic would affect private water sources (private wells) more than public water systems. It doesn’t take much arsenic to contaminate a water supply.
A Lesson in Sustainability – Looking at Alaska Salmon Populations

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Allie Moxley

Although the threat has always been there, the last several decades have brought about the realization that many of the natural resources we take for granted will soon run out. Ignoring a great deal of public outcry and firm science, many industries seem intent on running themselves dry before admitting that some of the planet’s most precious natural resources have been exploited to the point where sustainability would have required drastic action at least 25 years ago.
Don’t Care About the Environment – Other Reasons You Should Buy Eco

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Richard N Williams

There are a small percentage of people that are often bemoaning the environmental cause. Some often claim global warming is not happening; or don’t care about it; or find that life is difficult enough without having to worry about the planet.
A Moral Responsibility Towards a Noble Cause – Role of Young Leaders!

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Arush Keerthi

The whole of our eco-system has witnessed an upheaval. Living creatures are getting choked due to the extreme climatic changes.
Public Bins For Councils and Local Authorities

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Richard N Williams

For local authorities, one of the most important aspects of keeping any city or town clean and free from litter is ensuring there are adequate bins to deal with the litter and rubbish the town’s population throws away. The public litter bin is a vital tool in keeping towns and cities clean and inadequate bins, or lack of regular emptying will not only increase rubbish and litter but will lead to an increase in cost of tidying and cleaning up the town’s streets.
Ecosystem Degradation – Moral Responsibility Towards the Planet!

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Arush Keerthi

The world’s eco system has witnessed massive changes in the last 50 years. This has had adverse effects on the living creatures, atmosphere and the environment on the whole.
What is Causing Damage to the Eco System? Can This Be Prevented?

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Arush Keerthi

It is vital to gain an understanding of the relationship and dependency between the living creature such as animals, planets, human beings and this atmosphere so that we can find a solution to the upheaval of the eco system. Dignitaries such as Kofi Annan, Desmund Tutu and the rest are getting together on an international platform to discuss issues of global concern.
Common Problems Affecting the Eco System!

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Arush Keerthi

Rises in temperature and varied climatic conditions are due to the global warming. This has not only depleted the fossil fuels but has also added up to the rising temperature. Can we find a solution to avoid the usage of precious fossil fuels?
Recycling Rain Water – A Social Responsibility

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Jim Mathew

Water is the most essential element for humans after air and even though our planet comprises of 2/3 part of water, the percentage of drinking water is very low. Increased pollution and global warming has worsened this situation. It is the responsibility of each individual to recycle rain water even if they live in a place which has no water scarcity.
Wasting Water Vs Conserving Water

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Ans Van Tuel

Are you sure you are being a good water consumer? There are many ways through which water can be wasted. Check out these ways of wasting water and check which you are guilty of, so you can turn them into water conservation habits.