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Asians in Vancouver, 2008.
This paper examines the demographics of the young Asian community in Vancouver.
1,670 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 7 sources, APA, AU$ 58.95
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The paper provides statistics that illustrate how Asian immigrant families have outgrown the poverty and social isolation of the early 20th century and are now doing well financially. The paper then presents more figures that show the growth of the Asian community in Vancouver. The paper also discusses the subsequent growth of deviant subcultures, such as the subculture of young men that use the disposable income of their parents to drive recklessly and cause harm to others.
From the Paper
"Urbanism is well known to have sometimes negative consequences for people. This can be ironic, especially for families that immigrate to Canada to give their children the benefits of growing up in a modern Canadian city. Other families, such as some Asian families, send their children to live and study in Canada, while the parents work hard at home and send money to their children. Unfortunately, the outcome is not always as pleasant as the families expect."
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Race and My Community: The Case of Brooklyn, New York, 2008.
A discussion on race relations in the Brooklyn suburb of New York.
1,560 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 6 sources, APA, AU$ 55.95
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The paper investigates racism with specific reference to the Brooklyn suburb of New York and taking into account the population groups and the manner in which civic leaders react to the African-American race groups. The paper looks at how the media portrays this racial group and finally the writer sets forth suggestions as to how the situation can be improved.
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"Naturally, any commentary on how African-Americans in Brooklyn are perceived leads inevitably to the question of how they portrayed by the local media. I was unable to find local statistics that revealed the number of African-Americans working in management or high-profile positions on local television, but I would have to concur with Kanye West's criticisms in the past that African-Americans are shown in a generally negative light by the media (Gold & Collins, 2005); specifically, there is a predisposition among many in the media to downplay white offenses (like stealing) while failing to do the same for African-Americans. For my part, I have often looked at the local news and puzzled over the fact that so many of the criminals shown on television are African-American - even though I know full-well that Caucasians and Asians are hardly uninvolved in criminal activity. It is this image of African-Americans - especially African-American men - as criminals that cause us to be ignored by local cabbies and passed over for job openings. "
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The Value of Water, 2008.
An explanation of the importance of water in our lives.
1,311 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 48.95
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This paper provides an in-depth explanation of the importance and value of water, providing statistics relating to parts of the world where it is scarce. It also explains the importance of recylcing and not wasting water as well as the need to keep drinking water pure.
Outline:
Water Is a Most Precious Resource
Important Facts about Water
The Increasing Value of Blue Gold or Water
The Effects of Water Scarcity
The United States and Water Scarcity
The Importance of Recycling Water and Preventing Pollution
From the Paper
"Water is invaluable to the global world and to the lives of millions of people who struggle to obtain water. Water is important to economic activities including irrigated agriculture, transportation, hydroelectric energy, and other types of industries (Ghadar, 7). Many people do not realize that over 97% of earth's water can not be used for agriculture, drinking, or other uses (Ghadar, 7). Basically, many people never stop to think about the importance of water because they live in developed countries that have access to plenty of water. What these people fail to realize is that water will become scarce in these countries if water continues to be consumer faster than it is replenished."
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Pesticides: Benefits vs. Risks, 2008.
An argument against the widespread use of pesticides.
955 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 36.95
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The paper argues that pesticide use should be cut back dramatically in America because of the dangers they present to human health and the environment. The paper reveals the risk of illnesses that include cancer, neurological diseases and cognitive dysfunctions and describes the damage to ecosystems. The paper asserts that although pesticides are useful at eliminating destructive pests and can certainly boost food production, they cause more harm than good. The paper then looks at ways in which pesticide use can be reduced without unduly compromising agricultural productivity.
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"The first argument to be raised in objection to the widespread use of pesticides is the legitimate threat these products present to human beings. A recent study released by the Ontario College of Family Physicians in Canada found - after carefully reviewing 250 studies from around the world - that repeated exposure to pesticides, be they "occupational" pesticides for farm use or home-and-garden pesticides, raised the risk of illnesses ranging from cancer to neurological diseases; habitual exposure to these chemicals, it was also determined, heightened the likelihood of reproductive problems, as well."
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Climate Change and Developing Countries, 2008.
This paper explores the impact of climate change on the development of Third World countries.
2,032 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 9 sources, APA, AU$ 69.95
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This paper examines how climate change will impact the development of under-developed lands that figure to be (and already are) hardest hit by changes in the natural environment. In particular, the paper looks at how the development projects already in place in the developing world (or those now being conceived) will shortly - if not already - find themselves the targets of new, restrictive regulations aimed at cutting down runaway greenhouse gas emissions. Furthermore, the paper looks at the human toll caused by climate change and how this injures the growth and development of Third World nations. In addition, the paper examines the role climate change plays in depleting natural resources - chiefly water - that fuel important economic activities in lands that can scarcely be without these activities. The paper also looks at how the local tourist sectors of these countries will suffer (are surely suffering already) as biologically diverse locales decline in the face of relentless global change. Last of all, climate change as a precipitator of foreign control over the economic policies of developing states is discussed with a focus upon how climate change has wrestled control for many economic initiatives out of the hand of Third World countries and placed that control firmly in the hands of international regulatory bodies dominated by western elites.
From the Paper
"Climate change means trouble for impoverished "Global South" nations in a host of other ways, as well. A study recently concluded by the World Health Organization insists that climatic changes unfolding since the middle 1970s could be causing (at this very moment) nearly 150,000 annual deaths in the developing world and approximately five million "disability-adjusted life-years" (DALY) in that part of the world, as well. In short, climate-instigated diseases and "heat-related morbidity" are both seen (at least by the WHO) as heavily impacting the developing world even though the developing world is hardly culpable for man-made global warming (Patz, 2006; for a slightly more recent study that affixes a greater responsibility for global climate change to developing lands, please see Raupach, 2007)."
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Business and Environmental Law, 2008.
This paper discusses that an integration of all operational policies regarding environmental law is necessary to maintain market competition within an organization.
1,475 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 2 sources, APA, AU$ 52.95
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This paper states that environmental issues are not mutually exclusive to private entities that try to maximize profits and that there is the common misconception that the legal environment for businesses or business regulations does not coincide with environmental law. The paper's analysis of the simulation shows that business regulation especially in industries that deal with natural resources includes many aspects of environmental law, legal ramifications associated with environmental issues, and government regulation and bodies that maintain the laws and balance between productive activity and environmental depletion.
Outline:
Introduction
Major Issues in the Simulation
Ethical Dilemma: Understanding Values and Stakeholders
What Would Legal Counsel Suggest? Current Organizational Suggestions
Risk Analysis Matrix and Ethical Dilemma Revisited
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Other noted issues in the case study relate to the fact that Alumina realizes the importance of maintaining a good public image in the community by relying on critical public relations. This becomes an important aspect of business operations in the 21st century as the society is now more 'environmentally conscious' and makes purchases or support businesses that preserve the environment.
"Legal ramifications surrounding environmental issues are also evident from the situation that developed between Bates and Alumina. Bates made the claim that Alumina was responsible for her daughter's leukaemia, the issues surrounding the allegations and the way Alumina's management team dealt with the issue highlight some very important aspects of the regulations and legal issues in the simulation."
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An Aquatic Ecosystem, 2008.
Looks at the food web of an aquatic ecosystem.
1,355 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 5 sources, APA, AU$ 49.95
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This paper discusses an aquatic ecosystem located in a botanical garden in which dragonfly larva eat stickleback fish, which eat daphnia. The author describes the dragonfly larva, the stickleback fish and the daphnia and points out that the actions of these three entities in this aquatic ecosystem transfer nutrients into energy as they move through the food chain. The author concludes that the presence of predators has an effect on the morphology of each of the species and any changes in their behavior affects the environment as a whole.
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"A study by Arnqvist and Johansson (1998) considers ways in which the dragonfly larva may show the effects of adaptive phenotypic plasticity, meaning that the form of the insect based on environmental considerations, one of which is the action of predator-induced defenses in prey. Predation is known to affect the phenotypic expression of a wide range of traits in a way that reduces the impact of predation. Most studies have examined traits that exhibit switched plasticity and usually do not examine the ontogenetic growth trajectories of defense structures."
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The Impact of Global Warming, 2008.
A look at the effects of global warming on the world, highlighting the necessity for change.
1,829 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, AU$ 63.95
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The paper, illustrated with graphs, discusses the basic effects of global warming, its underlying causes, and attempts to reduce it with the co-operation of all individuals. The paper relates that, as a result of global warming, climate changes have reached abnormal levels with rainfall and hurricanes of unusual intensity. The paper also warns of what will happen if action is not taken in time and discusses positive and negative economic probabilities. The paper concludes that it takes time for people to change their attitudes but in changing, the end result will be worth it.
Outline:
Introduction
Global warming and cliimate change
Predicted or noticed changes
Economic perspectives
New industries
A few industry sectors
Full economic impact
Conclusion
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"The fact is that global warming, in its smallest stages, is a natural occurrence. Everyday gases such as carbon dioxide are released to warm the earth, allowing it to be a place that can be inhabited by all living things. However once the human element, became higher in population, the warming of the earth was easier to identify. Humans needed to heat their homes, clean their clothes, as well as light their homes. Instead of doing this naturally as had been done for centuries, electricity, gases, and aerosols were created to make human lives easier. All these things and many more have contributed to the increased temperatures of the planet and the profitability of it as well."
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Incineration Technologies in Toronto, Canada, 2008.
This paper discusses waste management issues in the Toronto, Canada area.
1,330 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 4 sources, APA, AU$ 48.95
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The paper looks at Toronto's current waste disposal problems - with special attention being paid to the city's heavy reliance on landfills. The paper then looks at the challenges and possibilities presented by recycling and how some new technological innovations (chiefly incineration) might be the most useful change. Also the paper looks at the potentialities of waste diversion techniques, examine the allure of bio waste recycling and the hope offered by the elimination of plastic wrapping. Finally, the paper delves into the issue of technologically-advanced incinerators and how they might help resolve Toronto's garbage problem.
From the Paper
"All in all, in light of the problems facing Toronto, more recycling/waste disposal techniques should be considered - and high-technology incineration is right at the top of the list. Also near the top of the list is an "old" approach to waste management that, really, has not gained the widespread traction it deserves: old-fashioned recycling. Maureen Carter-Whitney writes that recycling, as compared to waste disposal, reduces energy consumption, relieves strain on the environment, diminishes the risk of dangerously high levels of eutrophification and acidification, cuts down air pollutants, and makes ecological toxicity less prevalent than it would be otherwise."
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Ontario Air Pollution, 2008.
A study on the economic impact of air pollution on Ontario.
1,410 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 50.95
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This paper states that there is no doubt that air pollution has an adverse impact on Ontario's economy with the most marked effect being on health care and lost time from work stemming from air pollution caused illness for both the ill person and the caregivers. The author points out that air pollution puts an added demand on Ontario's health care providers, which are already overburdened. The paper relates that the consequence is that the Ontarian taxpayer is paying more tax dollars to support this growing health care problem. The author also explores potential solutions to the problem.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Background and the Problem
Economics of Air Pollution
Potential Solutions and Conclusion
From the Paper
"The Suzuki Foundation cites thee areas in which the government could have an impact on reducing air pollution: Tax shifting by taxing air polluters extra and adopting tax breaks for environmentally friendly practices; eliminating perverse subsidies as described above; and increasing investment in the environment to drive down the cost of energy renewable resources such as solar and wind power.
"However, our research shows that governmental intervention by the Canadians or Ontarians cannot solely solve the problem."
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Ethanol vs. Petroleum, 2008.
This paper explores the pros and cons of ethanol as a substitute for petroleum.
1,167 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 10 sources, APA, AU$ 43.95
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The paper explains the limitations and disadvantages of using petroleum and discusses the interest of American consumers in switching to automobiles powered by ethanol. The paper also looks at the position of the government and oil companies and looks at the subgroups of consumers and framers who would be the most affected. In addition, the paper discusses the drawbacks of using ethanol but concludes with a personal position that supports ethanol as a long-tern alternative.
Outline:
Problems with Petroleum
Existing Market for Petroleum and Ethanol
Causes in Market Shifts
Response of Companies and the Government
Subgroups Affected
Conclusions of Experts
My Personal Position
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"Not only is petroleum a depleting resource, but vehicle emissions running on petroleum have created a pollution problem in the United States and most of the industrialized world. These emissions have increased the green house gases in the earth's atmosphere and in turn have led to global warming. Billionaire businessman Ted Turner has helped bring this issue to the forefront of the energy debate, stating, "'I think dealing with climate change is going to be the biggest single challenge humanity has ever faced, and we're facing it now'" (Dittrick, 2007, p. 26)."
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Banning Plastic Grocery Bags, 2008.
A persuasive essay on the need to replace plastic bags with compostable or paper bags.
959 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 4 sources, APA, AU$ 37.95
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This paper looks at San Francisco's decision to ban plastic bags in grocery stores and points out that other cities may soon follow San Francisco's example. The paper then explains why banning plastic bags may not be the ideal option and discusses how stores could replace plastic bags with compostable or paper bags.
Outline:
Consider the Facts about Plastic Grocery Bags
Why Banning Plastic Bags Is Wrong
What Happens If Plastic Bags Are Not Banned
Action to Solve the Problem of Plastic Bags
From the Paper
"Imagine the number of plastic bags used throughout the United States. Charlie Goodyear (2007) for the Chronicle states that it takes over 400,000 gallons of oil to manufacture 100 million bags. San Francisco voted ten to one that plastic bags used at grocery stores be banned. While San Francisco is the first state to ban plastic bags, more cities may follow their example. Consider the facts about plastic bans, compare the facts about compostable bags and paper bags, and decide to take immediate action about these plastic bags. "
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Climate Change, 2008.
This paper provides an analysis of implications of the change in climate.
1,300 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 46.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that it is deeply disturbing that the greenhouse gases currently being added to the atmosphere at such an alarming rate are predicted to increase average global surface temperatures by several degrees Celsius, a change that is larger than the natural variation occurring over the past fifteen-thousand years. The writer maintains that in order to avoid catastrophic climate change, it is incumbent upon humanity to place morality and environmental ethics above economics. The writer argues that the only practical means of achieving control over industrial or commercial practices which harm the environment is for national governments around the world to take the responsibility for providing effective environmental protection standards and then to strictly enforce those standards, even when it involves negative economic consequences.
From the Paper
"National governments, or some international environmental authority, must be given the power and mandate to protect the earth from any form of industrial, commercial, or economic development actions which contribute to negative rates of global climate change.
"This can be accomplished in a responsible manner, without incurring severe economic hardship on any particular industry if sufficient studies are conducted in regard to the likely economic impacts of environmental legislation prior to implementation and enforcement. We are altering the climate of the planet, and that the greatest care must be taken to ensure that we are not causing irreversible damage to the environment. If this means choosing caution and greater environmental protection legislation at the expense of economic growth then so be it. A poisoned planet will benefit no one."
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CANADA - The Niagara Escarpment Plan, 2008.
An outline of the requirements and forward plans necessary to protect the natural environment in Canada's Ontario District.
845 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, AU$ 32.95
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The papers discusses Canada's environmental land use plan known as the Niagara Escarpment biosphere reserve and details the seven designated areas in the plan. The paper continues with the plans and objectives to be achieved for these particular areas and addresses the necessity for protecting the environment and agricultural areas.
From the Paper
"The core and buffer areas cover 92 percent of the area, and the transition areas are where more intense development is allowed for another 8 percent of the area. The objectives of the Plan are noted in the legislation passed to facilitate it:
(a) to protect unique ecologic and historic areas;
(b) to maintain and enhance the quality and character of natural streams and water supplies;
(c) to provide opportunities for outdoor recreation;
(d) to maintain and enhance the open landscape, allowing for compatible farming or forestry and for preserving the natural scenery;
(e) to make all new development compatible with the purpose of this Act;
(f) to provide for adequate public access to the Niagara Escarpment; and
(g) to support municipalities within the Niagara Escarpment Planning Area as they exercise their planning functions as conferred upon them by the Planning Act. "
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Book Review - "Planet of Slums.", 2008.
A book review of "Planet of Slums" by Mike Davis.
1,979 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 67.95
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This paper reviews the book by Mike Davis entitled "Planet of Slums" which critics describe as "groundbreaking, mind-stretching stuff." The writer describes Davis as a "social geographer", provides an in-depth account of the book and, while admitting that it could be depressing for some to read, recommends it highly.
From the Paper
"The hard cover copy of Planet of Slums that I reviewed is a compact, well-written 228 pages of academic argument. Unlike all too many treatises in this genre, the reader is not left to drown in jargon - Davis writes in a style that is accessible to most people, not just to subject specialists. This is appropriate, as he clearly means to speak to the everyman (or everywoman). This book appears intended to warn anyone who will listen of the unpleasant fate we are heading towards at unprecedented speed - a future in which most of the planet is swallowed by ever-spreading slums, and the majority of human beings are fated to live in festering squalor, rather than in the brave new world previously envisaged by more optimistic prophets. In Davis's words:"
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Global Warming, 2008.
A look at some of the issues involved in the global warming debate.
1,086 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 8 sources, APA, AU$ 40.95
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This paper examines how the argument over global warming is far from settled, though the scientific consensus is clearly that global warming is a reality, that a contributory element is the burning of fossil fuels and other human activities, and that a point may be reached in a relatively short time beyond which corrective action will not be effective. The paper also looks at how critics of the theory challenge all of these elements, often denying that global warming is taking place at all, or denying that human activity could have any such effect on the weather worldwide. In addition, the paper discusses how those who support the theory want action taken to reduce the burning of fossil fuels and to try to reverse the damage that has already been done, while many critics believe that this is only a political issue and that taking action will harm the economy without producing anything worthwhile.
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"Baird (2005) notes the course of the discussion on the issue and states that global warming is real and that it is progressive and gradual. The temperature of the earth has increased by one degree Fahrenheit in the past century, with the pace accelerating during the last two decades. Baird also stats that this warming cannot be explained without considering the action of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. These gases trap heat near the surface of the earth and increase the temperature. The source of these gases is clear, given that our factories, power plants and automobiles burn coal and gasoline to produce millions of tons of carbon dioxide that is emitted into the atmosphere. "
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