Abstract
The following paper examines both sides of the global warming issue. The writer discusses the first issue, by making reference to ecological perspectives that claim that certain human activity such as population growth, deforestation, and fossil fuel burning, have lead to increasing solar radiation or heat in the earth's atmosphere, thus increasing the natural temperature of the earth. The paper also deals with the reverse argument which questions whether humans are really increasing the earth's temperature at a alarming rate, or whether humanity is just a ripple in the earth's pool of history, and warmth is simply nature taking its course.

From the Paper
"Global warming is a very important environmental issue concerning the world today and the future of humanity. The issue with global warming is certain human activity such as population growth, deforestation, and fossil fuel burning, have lead some scientists to hypothesize that humans are increasing solar radiation or heat in the earth s atmosphere, thus increasing the natural temperature of the earth. Some greenhouse gases are naturally produced in the Earth s atmosphere from water vapor, and carbon dioxide. The earth s history also shows how the overall temperature of the earth s surface has fluctuated throughout its existence. A problem that arises with the global warming debate is weather patterns have only been traced back to about one hundred and fifty years; therefore it is hard to predict the outcome of the future with such a short past. Another argument surrounding global warming is, are humans really increasing the earth s temperature at a alarming rate, or is humanity just a ripple in the earth s pool of history, and this warmth is nature taking its course? The answers to these questions depend on who you ask, or your view of nature s role on earth."

Abstract
This paper argues that hybrids are a more possible than not solution for the future. It explains how they offer many unique features including a better fuel economy and cleaner emissions. This contributes to the hybrids' growing popularity and, as a consequence, major automakers are producing their own hybrid models which include sedans, trucks and SUVs. The writer states that currently, these vehicles are more realistic than using fuel cells or diesel. The writer summarizes by claiming that all of these reasons point to the conclusion of hybrids as a definite part in the future of cars.

From the Paper
""If everyone in the US drove a hybrid instead of a traditional car, we could save roughly 1.6 billion barrels of oil a year" (Mihm 1). In the quest for cheaper gasoline and a cleaner environment, the one answer that comes to mind is the hybrid. The hybrid, a gasoline-electric car, seems to be the solution for the future. With lower emissions and better fuel economy, hybrids are thrilling consumers and environmentalists. Because of the unique features of these cars and its popularity among owners, several major automakers are following Toyota and Honda by producing their own hybrid model. This is starting a hybrid revolution whether it's for a sedan, SUV, or truck. With other fuel options such as diesel, all-electric, and fuel cells falling short, hybrids may have a secure spot in our future."

Tags:energy

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"Air is the most crucial substance for human survival. We must therefore examine the causes of lower troposphere air pollution and try to rectify them by any means possible. There are five chief types of lower troposphere air pollutants, particulate matter, sulfur oxide, carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, and nitrogen oxide. All of these must be eliminated or at least reduced for our future generations to grow up in a healthy atmosphere. The first step in this direction is holding large factories, corporations, and car owners responsible for their contributions to air pollution. Then we must use the instruments that are available to rid our planet of this pollution and finance research that will in turn discover new ways of using machinery and cars that will produce little or no pollution and will therefore help future generations to prosper."

Tags:air, environmental, medicine, pollution, science

Abstract
In this paper the author takes an in-depth look at Ethanol. The author makes mention of the different ways that it can be produced, its various characteristics, chemical composition and uses. The paper concludes with various arguments as to why ethanol has so many benefits and is so useful and argues why it may well be the ?fuel of the future?.

From the paper:

?Ethanol (ethyl alcohol, grain alcohol) is a clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic, agreeable odor. In dilute aqueous solution, it has a somewhat sweet flavor, but in more concentrated solutions it has a burning taste. Ethanol, CH3CH2OH, is an alcohol, a group of chemical compounds whose molecules contain a hydroxyl group, ? OH ? bonded to a carbon atom.?

Tags:fermenting, distilling, starch, sugar, manufacture, solvent, ethanol, acetaldehyde, ethanoic, acid, acetic, ch3ch2oh, molecules, chemical, hydroxyl, c2h4, ethene, h2o, steam, c2h5oh, yeast, zymase, enzyme

Abstract
This research paper argues that global warming is a very real threat to the earth. The paper gives scientific evidence, shows examples of global warming?s effects today, and looks at ways that disaster can be prevented.

From the Paper
"One of the hottest topics in the United States is the issue of global warming. This issue, once discounted and ridiculed as the wild imaginings of over enthusiastic environmentalists and "tree lovers," is now being taken seriously by scientists, politicians, business leaders, and the American environmentalist community. Environmental scientists have been trying to warn these groups that our continued use of coal and petroleum products, as well as established business practices such as dumping industrial wastes into the air and waterways, would be the cause of a natural phenomena called the greenhouse effect, or global warming. Now, when the earth's biosphere is obviously suffering adverse ecological effects from a century of carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide, and methane emissions, it is apparent to even the most skeptical anti-environmentalists that global warming is real."

Tags:environment, climate, pollution, ozone, deforestation, carbon, dioxide, Clinton, industry

Abstract
The paper examines the environmental issues in Lake Simcoe, one of the popular summer resort areas in southern Ontario. The paper discusses the effects of urbanization, recreation and water pollution on the lake and its marine life. The paper also shows how air pollution affects the lake, directly and indirectly. The paper calls for each one of us to do our part in the conservation effort.

Outline:
Introduction
Urban sprawl
Lake Simcoe and Recreation
Impact on Marine Life
Air Pollution on the Watershed
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Lake Simcoe is one of the popular summer resort areas in southern Ontario [1]. This body of water is located between the Georgian Bay and Lake Ontario and is often used for recreational boating and fishing [2]. The Lake Simcoe watershed and the Nattawassaga watershed are the two major sources feeding Lake Simcoe and cover 744 square kilometres surrounding most of the lake and is currently a hot spot for environmental action. Not only does the general population around the lake depend on it as their drinking water, but the lake itself is responsible for generating more than $200,000,000 per year in recreational revenue [4]. So it is disturbing to know that urbanization is leading to the pollution of the lake in terms of increasing levels of sewage, air pollution, and phosphorous among others [5]."

Tags:urban, sprawl, recreation, water, air, pollution

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This paper discusses the problem of automobile emissions and asserts that they are the biggest pollution problem as they are responsible for greenhouse warming and cause many diseases in humans such as heart disease and respiratory problems

From the Paper
"The fact that almost everyone in North America drives a car which is gasoline-based is an example of how people are ignorant to this problem. Although methods to halt the automobile pollution problem should have already been implemented, the world still has time to switch from fossil fuel engines to cleaner sources of energy."

Tags:american, auto, automobiles, cars, energy, fuel, fossil, engine, environment, global, greenpeace, hydrogen, gasoline, industry, pollution, ozone, warming

Abstract
The vast numbers of tourists concentrated in particular regions across the world that have had an increasingly negative effect of destruction on the natural environment. This paper depicts the harmful effects of tourism in the regions of Prince Edward Island, Jamaica, and Kenya.

From the Paper
"Prince Edward Island is one of the major tourist destinations in Canada. Tourists are attracted to the small province because of its numerous white sand beaches, its rolling pastoral landscape, and many tiny villages. Perhaps the reason it is best known is due to the stories by Lucy Maud Montgomery of Anne of Green Gables. Few of the tourists who grace the island every year realize the damages that they are having both directly and indirectly on the environment. The most visible sign of environmental and ecological changes are towards the many sand dunes on the island, among others environmental factors."

Tags:africa, air, america, animal, anne, assets, beach, canada, caribbean, central, coral, countries, country, damage, destination, destruction, developing, dunes, earth, ecological, economic, edward, effect

Abstract
This paper features a business case study of AWC Inc. and its need to reduce its air pollution, the stakeholders affected by measures taken to do so, possible alternatives, and a recommended solution. The paper opines that AWC should change their corporate level strategy through diversification - more specifically, focus on increasing sales through welding. Through financing the cost of the re-circulating filtration system and adding another welding line, the paper explains, AWC will have the advantage of increasing sales and decreasing cost due to less competition and an increase in bargaining power with suppliers. The paper concludes that this method correctly follows government regulations, reduces harmful effects on the community and employees, and provides owners with a positive income in the long-run.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Company Background
Ethical Issue
Stakeholders
Alternatives
Conclusion
References

From the Paper
"First of all, Alex argued that there has been no harm or complaints for the last 40 years of business at AWC so he saw no purpose of installing expensive systems to comply with the regulation. Although the welding line has been operating more than previous years, Alex believed that fresh air coming from a hole in the ceiling will dilute the substance. Based on Alex's research, he also believed that fines would be minimal compared to the cost of implementing either of the two systems. Although this alternative saves costs and remains profitable for the owners, it will not likely be able to meet the community and the government satisfaction. In addition, employees could still be inhaling an enormous amount of toxic air before diluting with fresh air coming in. This alternative should be automatically disregarded for a several reasons: maintaining status quo is always never an option, releasing toxic air is an unethical behavior, and simply because the alternative is a violation of the law."

Tags:disposal, toxic, waste, government, regulations

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This paper discusses some aspects of the Kyoto Protocol and attempts to explain the urgency of it. The author also explains global warming it's causes and effects, by giving examples of companies that have thrived on being more "eco-friendly", and also examples of why the Kyoto Protocol will not be as detrimental as many predict.

From the paper:

"Global warming is not a myth but a present reality due to the extreme amounts of greenhouse gases that industrialized countries emit daily. The Kyoto Protocol, as this paper while argue, is a preventative measure of this horrific possibility."

Tags:environment, gas, greenhouse, sustainability