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Air pollution has become an important issue in today’s world of fast-growing population, increased globalization and industrialization. Wastes (both solid and liquid) from human activities have become frequent components of the atmosphere; analogously, wastes from industrial processes are rife in industrialized zones, states and countries, all causing the atmosphere to be contaminated/polluted. Because of unavailability…

The environmental justice program was held from February to May of 2018 consisting of 13 interns reflecting on environmental issues within the different communities from which they come from. Every Saturday the interns and selected facilitators met to discuss the different aspects of what agencies such as the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) do within the…

Beach pollution is a growing problem in our society. Does it have an effect on our environment? If it does, how does it affect us? Are there solutions to prevent beach pollution? We will examine the issue of beach pollution, the effect it has on our environment and possible solutions to preventing it’s getting worse….

A communal space in which many share and have their own desired use of the space is subject to tragedy. The tragedy of the commons is a concern that affects any space that a group can share. Historically, the tragedy of the commons is known for the public grazing land and cows. The herders were…

Water is an extremely important natural resource, making up more than 70% of the Earth’s surface. It plays a vital role in supporting life and promoting growth. The human body contains significant quantities of water, ranging from 50-80%, with high proportions found in blood, muscles, and the brain. In fact, approximately 95% of the brain…

Environmental enthusiasts are increasingly embracing the trend of becoming locavores in order to safeguard the planet. They argue that being a locavore not only benefits the environment, but also enhances safety and affordability for everyone. Locavore communities aim to inspire more individuals to participate in this movement by offering tips and recommendations, which may appear…

Haze: A Danger to Health The haze is a constant phenomenon faced by Malaysia and her neighbouringcountries. The haze is basically pollution of atmosphere, which is clogged withpollutants and other substances from forest fires. The haze is a direct effect of forest fire in Kalimantan and other parts of Indonesia due to slash and burn…

The automobiles that we travel in everyday play a vital role in our lives. They get us around from one place to another on a daily basis. The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA 2010) many studies show that exhaust emissions from these vehicles are the number one air pollutant in the United States. Air…

Rice ( Oryza sativa), the staple food of the Filipinos, is the major crop produced in the country. Philippines being the 8th top rice producer in the world, has 4. 5 million hectares of land producing rice yields with an average of 3. 59 tons of rice grains per hectare. With such great number, the…

Be able to develop skills as an effective public speaker through the application of necessary techniques to become an effective persuasive speaker. Learner declaration certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own and research sources are fully acknowledged. If I’m found plagiarism my work, I understand that will be graded a ‘0’…