Environment Essay Examples and Topics
The Impact of Global Warming on Humans and the Environment
This essay discusses the causes and effects of global warming, as well as its political and environmental implications.
MorePlate Tectonics
In this essay, we will be discussing plate tectonics and its types. Plate tectonics is the scientific study of the movements and dynamics of Earth's lithosphere, that is, the crust and upper mantle. This theory was first proposed in the early 20th century by German meteorologist Alfred Wegener. The Earth's lithosphere is divided into several large plates that move around on the planet's surface. Earthquakes, volcanoes, and mountain building are all a result of these plate motions. There are three main types of plate boundaries: divergent, convergent, and lateral.
MoreThe Impact of Iron Deposition on Salmon Population Growth
The essay will discuss the theory that iron deposition from the 2009 Kasatochi volcanic eruption stimulated phytoplankton growth and led to an increase in the salmon population in British Columbia and Canada. The evidence for and against this theory will be examined and the potential benefits and drawbacks of using iron fertilization to stimulate primary productivity will be discussed.
MoreThe Chernobyl Disaster: Influence on Human Health
The essay discusses the impact of the Chernobyl disaster on human health. It cites studies linking thyroid cancer, cataracts and leukemia to exposure to radiation from the accident.
MoreThe Impact of Hurricane Katrina on Workplaces and Employees
This essay discusses the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and the challenges that people who were displaced by the hurricane face when they return to their workplaces.
MoreThe Scientific Evidence for Global Warming
This essay looks at the scientific evidence for and against the existence of global warming. It examines the different arguments of both sides in order to come to a conclusion.
MoreThe Kyoto Protocol: An International Agreement on Climate Change
The essay discusses global warming and the Kyoto Protocol, an international agreement to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It describes clean technology as a way to mitigate global warming and discusses the implementation of the Protocol. Finally, it notes that the United States has not ratified the Kyoto Protocol.
MoreThe Impact of Globalization on Developing Countries
This essay will explore the different perspectives of globalization, before discussing the impact of globalization on developing countries. The government's measures to curb the negative effects of globalization will also be discussed.
MoreThe Changing Policy Landscape of Ocean Dumping
This essay discusses the changing policy landscape with regard to ocean dumping, and the various factors that have fuelled this change. It explains that ocean dumping is a contentious issue because it can have a negative impact on the environment and human health, and that there is a growing calls for a reduction in ocean dumping. The essay also discusses the value of life and water transport, and how these factors have contributed to changes in policy with regard to ocean dumping. Finally, it concludes that there is a greater incentive to invest in policies that will control ocean dumping, and reduce its impact on the environment and human health.
MoreThe Dangers of Living in an Unsafe House
This essay discusses the dangers that can be found in homes, including lead-based paint, mould, and swimming pools. It describes how to prevent these dangers from causing harm to you or your family.
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