Environmental Problems

Select one region of the world and identify at least two serious environmental problems, such as soil degradation, air or water pollution, pesticide misuse, overpopulation, wildlife extinction or threatened biodiversity, and deforestation, that impact this region. What seem to be the root causes of these problems? • Determine what strategies local governments, businesses, or individual citizens can implement to lessen the negative impact on the environment in this region and help prepare it for a more sustainable future. Keep in mind that you may have very limited resources available to you in this region. Are there practical solutions to these problems that can be funded, developed, and ... click for more

In what ways has learning about the environment changed the way you feel about living more sustainably? What information in this class had the greatest impact on the way you think about the environment? How will you apply this new knowledge in the future?

In what ways has learning about the environment changed the way you feel about living more sustainably? What information in this class had the greatest impact on the way you think about the environment? How will you apply this new knowledge in the future?

Pesticides

1. What are the risks of using pesticides? 2. What are the benefits to using pesticides? 3. Are there any alternatives to using chemical pesticides? 4. Develop a plan of action for this country? What are your final recommendations for this country on pesticide use?

Superfund Site

Define what a superfund site is. Identify a superfund site within your own state. (A superfund site is NOT a website-it’s an actual location with high levels of pollution) Give some background information on the site and the proposed plans to deal with this site. Be sure to answer the following questions: Where is the problem? What is the contamination? Who created this problem? Why? How will they clean it up? Superfund sites are places that are toxic and are designated to be cleaned up. Here's some help from the homework instructions: HELPFUL HINTS: Here is am excellent search engine to find a Superfund Site in your state. From the pull down menu choo... click for more

Global warming, its causes and its consequences.

1. What is global warming? Define it in scientific terms. 2. What are the causes of increased greenhouse gases? 3. What country do you think is the largest contributor to global warming? 4. What types of industry emit the most greenhouse gases? 5. 5 policies to help reduce global warming. 6. What will be the penalty if your policies are not followed? These policies can be aimed at both industry and individuals. 7. What is the evidence for those in favor of the idea that global warming is a real process and occurring right now? 8. What is the evidence for those in favor of the idea that global warming is a farce and is not occurring? 9. Do you believe in global warming? Why or ... click for more