Deep Ecology

1) How do Deep Ecologists view individuals and their role in the environment? What are the ethical implications of this view? 2) Are all humans equally responsible for environmental problems? If so, why? If not, who bears more responsibility and why?

Environmental Issues

1) What are some advantages and disadvantages of instituting environmental laws and regulations versus allowing unfettered exchange of materials and services? 2) Americans treasure their freedom, and some think that environmental laws are impinging on their constitutional freedom. Why do you think this view is correct or incorrect? 3) If Nation A has stricter laws for environmental protection than Nation B and if these laws restrict the ability of Nation B to export its goods to Nation A, then by the policy of the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the EU, Nation A's environmental protection laws can be overruled in the name of free trade. Do you think this is right? What if Nation A i... click for more

Environment

A dairy farmer in Wisconsin loves to fish in a tiny lake adjacent to his property. In recent weeks, he has had terrible luck, catching few or no fish every time he goes out. He also notices that the lake has an unusually high amount of algae in it. Based on this information, formulate a hypothesis, make a prediction, and design an experiment to find out why the farmer is catching few or no fish and why the amount of algae is unusually high. In a short paragraph, present your hypothesis, prediction, and experiment.

Urban Sprawl

Introduction: We live at a turning point. Beginning in the year 2007, for the first time in human history, more people will live in the urban areas than in rural areas. Tasks: Evaluate the causes of the spread of suburbs and of the environmental, social, and economic impacts of sprawl. Overall, do you think the spread of urban and suburban development, which many people label sprawl, is predominantly a good thing or a bad thing? Do you think it is inevitable? Give reasons for your answer.

Impacts on Environment & Ecosystem

>Discuss 6 ways you as an individual affects the environment/ecosystem you live in both positive (3) and negatively (3). >Our energy needs 1. Do we have enough energy supplies for everybody in the world? 2. What is the future most likely going to be like: more use of fossil fuels or alternative sources? 3. Should the government of any country get involved in the number of children the citizens should have?