Controlling Environmental Damage Caused by Development and Human Expansion
Progress! Progress is something that can not be stopped. Many attempts have been made to limit the amount of human progress and expansion, though development has been halted. The human spirit and instinctive tendency to create and achieve more than those who have come before has created mass environmental damage and destruction along the way. I propose that stricter laws and regulations be created that will reward those who plan and develop environmentally-conscious communities and penalties be imposed to those who choose to damage the earth we live on.
When one takes a step back to look at the impact that development and human expansion has had on the world
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The first component of this type of community would be the materials used in the homes themselves. Steel beams would be used instead of wood beams to preserve raw materials. Steel is 66% recyclable and recent wood supply has dwindled in quality because older trees are not as readily available. Newer trees are tend to have more knots are not are has reliable. Alternative forms of insulation would be used to conserve energy and to also use materials such glass blocks to insulate that are not comprised of harmful chemicals. This form of insulation has been shown to decrease utility costs by 50 to 75 percent (Maittti …show more content…
During the economic recession of the early nineties, the real estate market was a key contributor to restoring the economy. The industry is also a good indicator of the economy. The industry helps create numerous jobs within the economy. According to the National Association of Home Builders, 2,448 jobs are created per every 1,000 new single family homes and 1,030 jobs per every 1,000 multifamily homes (D’Alessandris 11). When looking at the importance of the real estate development industry to the economy, it is imperative that environmental constraints are not limiting the growth of this industry, but help contribute to its growth. With the incorporation of new techniques for building environmentally friendly communities, new jobs will stem from this merger of industries and help create a stronger
Look at the civilized, beautiful capital cities in every developed country all around the world which is the central of high fashioned and convenience facility. To live in the city, it seems like the nature surrounding is not important to us anymore. In “The Sacred Balance: Rediscovering Our Place in Nature” David Suzuki presents the connection between human and the nature and how we depend on the surrounding environment. However, within the past century, most of our modern technologies have been developed in order to provide people needs of goods and products (63). Many of the products we made are causing much more harm to the environment than the value that products provide. Technological development has damaged our environment to the point
I chose to do my service learning project at Feed My Starving Children. I chose this service learning project because I had prior knowledge and experience by doing it with my family and church. Feed My Starving Children has been a huge impact to those who have participated in this service experience because their mission is to pack meals that go to very hungry children around the world. Being from a single parent family, it is hard for us to not be concerned about where the money for food is coming from, yet we have food on our tables for everyday meals. Therefore, I can’t imagine what it is like for those who experience hunger.
Is it right to think that population is a threat to the global environment? Is there indeed a direct correlation between population and environment? Is there such thing as overpopulation and who has the power to say that there is what they called overpopulation? These are some of the questions that are running through my mind. Now, in response to the question “Is limiting the population growth a key factor in protecting the global environment?” I with all conviction say no to that. I believe that it is the behavior of the people and not the population growth itself that affects the environment.
Residential, commercial and industrial development is the largest contributors to landscape change in the state of New Jersey. When buildout occurs in one region, development pressure begins in another, virtually insuring the Megalopolis concept of one huge urban corridor stretching between Boston and Washington D.C. Year after year, farmland dwindles, roads become congested, and more residents are left to compete for diminishing natural resources. Desperate measures and newer technologies are incorporated to replace poor planning and lack of vision on behalf of decision-makers caught between competing interests. When the long term health and wellbeing of the established population and the short term gain of a limited number of people compete for vital natural resources there should be no question who's interests should prevail.
There are many efforts to reverse the effects we accelerated; countries around the world are supporting green change and aim to ultimately benefit the existence of humanity. Greener transportation, greener disposal of objects, and a greener mindset and understanding of waste. The wasteful habits we exhibit today are not conducive to the progression of our world as a “healthy” planet. Individuals have the opportunity to help out and do the right thing, they have the tools to do it; facilities and resources surround us on a daily basis. We need to recognize it. By realizing the effect we can have on the world, we can make a
Have you ever wanted to know how and why cotton was such a big deal during a specific time period in American history? During the Antebellum period in the United States, the south grew tobacco, indigo, wheat, and bought slaves but wanted a crop that would really make the farmers wealthy. In the 1800s, the crop cotton was noticed and became a high demand for the whole nation and Britain. There were many causes, effects and impacts that happened because of the rise of King Cotton.
Cotton is bountiful throughout the planet. The crop is a cheap harvest, an easy craft, and a profitable one at that. The foundation of this crop dates back into the rise of civilizations to times of civil war, or even in times where cotton is sold frequently day by day. It has been cultivated to be one of the world’s most beneficial commodities known.
Through the involvement in sports, athletes will mature physically, emotionally, mentally, and socially. Unknown quoted: “You can’t help others know who they are unless you know who you are.” As a coach, teaching life lessons and using your own personal experiences and values to help form the values of younger people can help them become the best individuals possible. For example, as in a game or competition, young people learn that winning or achieving anything is accomplished through hard work and dedication. Athletics also teach how to well-manage your time and how to balance having multiple responsibilities. In high school, my coaches have expressed to me the importance of being a student before being an athlete. This lesson has been the reason why I have been so successful in my academics and have been able to balance softball, work, and school. Athletes also learn how to work as a team and overcome obstacles such as conflicting personalities or views with other teammates. Having the ability to work well with others in all situations is a skill that an individual will use for the rest of their life. Coaches, and athletes, must be welcoming and accepting to all athletes regardless of their sex, gender, or race. Although contemporary views may not accept “gay” people into sports, I strongly believe it is crucial for coaches to be welcoming and non-judgmental of all athletes they develop regardless of their personal
There is currently a widespread opinion in society that Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) people are underrepresented in mainstream sport. Furthermore, sport is considered a field where sexual prejudice is palpable (Gill et al., 2006). Thus, many young LGBT individuals may not have access to LGBT sporting role models, defined as a person that someone observes, models behaviour, and in turn inspires and increases self-esteem (MacCallum & Beltman, 2002) and this may affect their participation in sport. This is a topic that has not been directly researched before, but this review will demonstrate the importance of role models for young LGBT people by examining past research on: LGBT peoples’ participation in sport, the
One of the best summarizes of Greeks’ gods attitude toward human is the claim of Aphrodite in Euripides’ Hippolytus that she will treat well the people who revere her power, but will “trip up” those who are proud towards her, and this pri...
Humans have greatly impacted the global environment. Throughout the course of history, human populations have rapidly increased. Especially in Africa, these numbers have reached extraordinary proportions. Out of all the continents in the world, Africa’s population is increasing the most. The type of growth here is exponential. “Overpopulation is a condition when an organisms numbers exceeds the carrying of its ecological niche.” The growth rate of a population is equal to the birth rate minus the death rate. Therefore, for overpopulation to occur, the birth rate must surpass the death rate (Wiley). The current population of Nigeria is estimated to be 155,215,573. Most of the population consists of the younger generation. More specifically, 41% of the population is between the ages of 0-14. 56% of the population is between the ages of 15-64. However, only 3.1% of the population is 65 and over. This age group represents a very small part of the population. (CIA)
= == In this project I aim to explain the contributes to the environment by the actions of humans and display the consequences. I am going to divide the project into different sections and then sub sections to make the project easier to navigate around and keep the information in relevant sections. · Section 1: HABITAT REDUCTION BY HUMANS.
...at we need. Clean up the rivers and streams, lakes and oceans. Reduce the use of chemicals and pesticides. But society must do something, even if only donating money to an organization who does. Just do something to help, before even more animals disappear, before all the fish and forests are gone, before the earth has so little diversity that only humans remain.
...dearly-held, unconscious collective assumptions may impede our chances for survival. Or, as Poliakoff, et. al., noted, “fundamental changes in technology are adopted… only when they provide real advantage” (810). Are human beings inherently selfish, or are they capable of rising above that? Will we use this power we have developed to help ourselves, or to attempt to help the world? “Why can’t we achieve a better balance between people, resources, and the environment? … The complete answers to these questions lie deeply within the complex realms of science, philosophy, religion, economics, and politics.” (170). The answers may be complicated. The truth is, industrialization has changed our relationship to the environment. It has enabled us to hurt it far more than any other species, but it has also given us the ability to help. The power of choice now lies with us.
By showing the world the severity of our need for conservation, we will be able to save the earth and get the most out of our resources. We need to fix this problem before it becomes uncontrollable to the point of having no resources to supply our needs. By reducing our consumption of resources, we will be able to become closer to fixing the problem of global warming, high gasoline prices and pesticide filled meats. The outcome of respecting our world and “going green” will better how we live our lives, our communities and the environment. The concept of “going green” is a necessity for the future because “our children deserve cities as beautiful as they are.