Human Impact Essay Examples and Topics
The Increasing Problem of Motor Vehicle Collisions with Animals
This essay looks at the problem of motor vehicle collisions with animals, also known as human-wildlife conflict. It discusses the collision rates in different countries and the policy and research implications of this growing problem.
MoreThe Itaipu Hydroelectric Power Plant: A History
The Itaipu Hydroelectric Power Plant is a hydroelectric dam on the Paraná River that forms the border between Brazil and Paraguay. The dam was completed in 1984, and it took nine years and US$20 billion to build. The power plant has 20 turbo generators that can produce 14 gigawatts (GW) of electricity – enough to power the whole of Paraguay and more than 60% of Brazil. In 2016, the Itaipu Hydroelectric Power Plant set a world record by producing 103.1 terawatt-hours (TWh) of electricity in one year.
MoreThe Importance of HSEMS in Preventing Accidents in High-Risk Industries
This essay discusses the role of HSEMS in preventing accidents in three industries: marine, oil and gas, and manufacturing. It describes how HSEMS can be used to assess risks, develop safety procedures, train employees, and investigate accidents.
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