Environment Essays

Technology drives the modern world. Everything around made by human hand is the result of technological progress. Therefore, technology determines the way of the world’s future development. It is easy to see that humankind has always relied on technology from the beginning of its existence. The superiority of mankind was initially achieved by applying mechanical […]

Animal Extinction Preventing Extinction Not much is thought about extinction in today’s society. One might argue that it is a small problem, and completely irrelevant; but according to statistics of scientific research, extinction is an important issue nationwide. Extinction of a species over time is undisputable, and inevitable; however, the burden of mankind on animals […]

Hanoi, Vietnam is Facing the Threats from Water Pollution With the rapid growth of industrialization in urban cities, the water around them is getting more and more polluted. One time I casually crossed by To Lich River, one of the big rivers in the capital Hanoi, behind the industrial zone. The river water there was […]

I believe that globalization and the ability to do business worldwide almost instantaneously benefits me as an individual. However the larger picture is not quite such a pretty picture. Personally, I benefit by being able to purchase goods online that are often not available to Canadians in retail locations. I shop on sites such as […]

Otis in the Global Elevator Industry Despite being a well-known brand in the elevator industry, Otis may not be familiar to the general public. This case study, “Otis in the global elevator industry,” aims to comprehensively analyze Otis’ recent status and how other elevator companies operate their businesses. It also examines the elevator market and […]

The pollution control of the Mitch river requires addressing multiple factors in order to restore its cleanliness. These include managing domestic sewage from residential colonies and headhunts in densely populated areas, handling industrial waste from both authorized and unauthorized industries, dealing with animal waste from cow sheds located in various regions, addressing the garbage dumped […]

It might seem like the world was always concerned with the pollution the human population has been giving off in the past centuries, but that statement is actually false- the environmental movement did not take off until after World War 2. Only then, people began to recognize the costs of environmental negligence, disease and widespread […]

“To evaluate the pH level of Acme wastewater and proceed with testing and treatment, it is crucial to assess its health.” Additionally, we must check for copper presence in the water. If copper is detected, we must go through the necessary protocol. In the case of turbidity, we must find a solution to clarify and […]

Both genetically modified food and smoking pose risks to people and the environment. Genetically modified food can harm wild animals, insects, and native plants, especially with unknown effects of faster-growing tomatoes. The presence of genetically modified corn has even been linked to butterfly deaths. Despite scientific experiments, public concerns persist. Smoking is a health hazard […]

However, this lecture is intended to give an introduction to fundamental aspects of how some pollutants interact with living organisms to cause deleterious effects. The complexity will be explained and simplified where possible. You should understand at least a little about the biology of key organisms and how pollutants cause damage at a physiological level. […]

Wildlife conservation is crucial for preserving the natural world and ensuring the well-being of humanity. To truly make a difference, individuals must actively engage in protecting endangered species from extinction. Joining forces with wildlife organizations provides an opportunity to contribute towards safeguarding our planet. In India, the government has launched initiatives such as Project Tiger, […]

Residents of Herculaneum, a small town in Missouri, should be compensated for the poisoning that Doe Run’s lead smelting Company causes. This is because this company has some hazardous effects to these people. The government should protect the health of these people to ensure that these people have comfortable lives. Failure to do this will […]

The problem of unequal funding for species recovery is not effectively addressed by the Endangered Species Act, resulting in a disproportionate allocation of resources towards more charismatic species. Originally, the Act aimed to manage ecosystems rather than individual species but has been unable to fulfill this objective. As a result, when multiple species are involved, […]

The poem “Keeping Quiet” by Pablo Neruda highlights the significance of silence in contemplating our existence on earth. I admire the poem for acknowledging the necessity of empathy and comprehension among individuals in a world plagued by environmental degradation. In today’s fast-paced and self-centric society, humanity frequently disregards nature and remains oblivious to the hardships […]

Stormwaters refer to the precipitation that collects in storage systems, which can be either natural or man-made, during and immediately following a storm. The original sewer systems were created to transport sewage and stormwater together to the treatment plant at the same time, resulting in combined sewer overflows (CSOs) (Porteous, 2000). In areas with combined […]

Many people have grand visions on how to reverse global warming, to make all the waterways clean and clear, to make the plant free from wastes. While the only reason drives me to choose environmental engineering as my undergraduate major, to do my best to push for this great course is that: I Just want […]

Despite the anger it incites, individuals are willing to make sacrifices for technology in order to reap its benefits. However, this alteration has resulted in humans partaking in illegal and uncivilized actions, thereby transforming technology from a mere assistant into a trigger for cruelty. Particularly accessible and affordable is military technology, which leads to illicit […]

Although there is limited research on the impact of pollution, including marine debris, on the fishing industry, it is recognized that it has an effect. Fishermen in pursuit of their livelihood inadvertently discard various equipment such as nets, hooks, fishing poles, and even sunken boats. This leads to significant financial consequences for the industry as […]

In recent years, the growing number of cars on our roads has led to a notable rise in concerns regarding pollution caused by automobile emissions. This increase in vehicles has had significant effects on both human health and the environment. The concentration of certain gases emitted in our atmosphere can be toxic, so it is […]

A significant issue in urban areas is the current air pollution, which has severe impacts on both health and the environment. According to the United Nations Environment Program, if man-made emissions continue as usual, a majority of the global population will experience degraded air quality by 2050. Currently, nine out of ten people breathe polluted […]

Have you ever experienced traffic in a certain place and you have no choice but to wait until the car moves? One of the intolerable problems that Philippines faces aside from poverty and corruption is suffering from the many ills of excessive street traffic in Manila also known as Road Traffic Congestion, wherein the number […]

Globalization has created a more connected and interdependent world. Many people would agree that globalization has had a positive impact around the world, it also comes with many negative consequences. Urbanization has led to very poor air quality for many northern Chinese cities. China’s rapid economic growth and industrialization has led to poor air quality […]