Utilitarian ethics / ecosystem holistic ethics

I am looking for information on: In what situations do the benefit of the greatest number of people (utilitarian ethics) become subordinate to the responsibility to maintain the integrity of the ecosystem (holistic ethics)?

Values, ethics and philosophies in conflict over nuclear power plants

I am looking for more information on what are the values, ethics and philosophies that are in conflict when we try to decide whether or not to develop nuclear power plants?

Positive and Negative Economic Impacts of Tourism on the Environment

I know what the positive and negative effects of tourism are on the environment. What I am having trouble comprehending is what are the economic impacts of tourism on the environment.

Describe the demographic transitions that are influencing family size.

You have been asked to prepare a presentation to present at the next meeting of the World Population Council on why fertility rates in developing nations remain significantly higher than fertility rates in developed nations. As a typical example, the fertility rate in Canada is about 1.6; conversely, the fertility rate in Pakistan is about 5.6. Your presentation should provide evidence of any co-relation between mortality rates and fertility rates in developed and developing of nations. You will also address cultural issues that effect family size, as well as social mores regarding contraception in developing and developed societies. Objective: Describe the demographic transitions tha... click for more

Pest control for destructive beetles of vegetable crops

You are a farmer growing vegetable crops that depend on a very delicate species of bee for pollination. Your crops have been invaded by a destructive beetle that reproduces rapidly. In past years this type of beetle has destroyed up to 60 percent of your harvest. Which form of pest control would you choose to save your crops? Detail why you would choose this method. Is there any method you would not use? Explain your answer.