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The Importance of Perception in the Preservation of Natural Areas
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A 14 page overview of the history of preservation as it has occurred in North America. The author contends that t he evolution of the North American continent includes two distinct yet parallel stories. These are the changes that have occurred in the development of the previously wild areas of that continent and the changes that have occurred in regard to how we view those areas. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PPwildHs.rtf

The Impracticality of Using Geothermal Energy on a Wide Scale Basis
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of this renewable energy source. The paper concludes that its low availability renders it impractical as a primary energy source but suggests it be used in conjunction with other forms of energy. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA208geo.rtf

The Integrated Pollution Prevention and Control Directive
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This 5 page paper considers the Integrated Pollution Prevention and Control (IPPC), Council Directive 96/61/EC IPPC (also known as the IPC)and what this means for new businesses starting in the EU and the role of best available technology (BAT). The directive is considered in the context of a company wanting to start up using old technology that will cost 50% less to operate but create 30% more emissions. The bibliography cites 3 sources.
Filename: TEippc01.rtf

The Interaction of People and the Environment in the High Atlas and Imlil Valley Regions in Morocco
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This is a 7 page paper discussing the interaction between the people and the environment in the High Atlas mountain area in Morocco and the region of the Imlil valley. The High Atlas mountain area in Morocco and the region of the Imlil valley have traditionally been considered a harsh climate populated only by the Berbers tribe which have farmed and grazed on the highlands. Traditional crops have included barley, almonds and grains which have been sustained in terraced irrigation fields connected by complicated canal systems. The irrigation system was needed to allow farmers to continue to grow through the drought seasons in the area while the major source of precipitation was water which melted from the snow on the mountains. Recently, environmentalists have become concerned with the expanding population in the area and the over grazing and wood collection of the mountain regions. Recent protection projects have proposed restricting the grazing in the area to preserve the environment. While this may preserve the environment and promote tourism, also increasing greatly in the area, it is estimated that the farmers who depend on the grazing will suffer for it. The introduction of newer roads in the area to aid in tourism and rural access has allowed the farmers to expand their crops to include perishable goods such as fruits. While these new roads may increase the income levels in the area, the roads may also be detrimental to the environment by increasing the traffic levels in combination with an increase in the number of chemicals and fertilizers for the new crops. Although, historically the people of the region, the Berbers have sustained their lifestyle by adapting to the harshness of their environment by irrigating their crops and migrating while grazing, the increase in tourism and new roads may actually lead to an eventual irreversible erosion of the ecosystem in the area. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TJMoroc2.rtf

The International Whaling Commission
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5 pages. The purpose of this paper is to explain the reason the international whaling regime embodied in the International Whaling Commission evolved in the way that it did. This interesting paper takes an in-depth look at this history and world of the IWC. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: JGAwhale.rtf

The Internet and Environmental Politics
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This 5 page paper looks at the way politics and environmentalism in politics may be influenced by the advent of the internet. Issue such as increased access to knowledge and the increased communication it provides are discussed as is the role and influence of misinformation. Cases are cited to illustrate the points raised. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
Filename: TEenvipo.wps

The Issue of Labeling Genetically Engineered Foods in Canada
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This is an 11 page paper discussing the issue of labeling genetically engineered foods in Canada. Currently within Canada recent consumer polls have indicated that over 95% of Canadians want genetically engineered (GE) or genetically modified (GM) foods labeled as such. While this may appear to be a straight forward issue simply resolved with mandatory legislation, within Canada there are still no laws requiring labeling of genetically engineered food. Currently, businesses, the government and consumers seem to be at an impasse in regards to voluntary labeling which was introduced in 1999 and the possibility of mandatory labeling currently enforced in over 35 countries worldwide. While mandatory labeling should be introduced in Canada, consumers should also be aware that in order to do so, the federal government will have to implement a complex and costly monitoring process in order to enforce the legislation properly. In addition, because of cross pollination which has already occurred between genetically engineered crops and organic crops, most legislators feel that most labels would have to include the phrase “may contain genetically engineered material” which would not provide the consumer with any more information than he or she has now. While labeling should be considered because of consumer demand, consumers must also realize the impact this may have on Canada within the international market, as Canada now is the world’s third largest producer of genetically engineered crops and its major trading partner, the United States, has no current labeling restrictions. Health Canada and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) are responsible for current labeling policies which focus mainly on health and safety concerns in a product and the mandatory exclusion of non-factual information on a product label. Should GE labeling be required in Canada, it should not deter consumers from the health and safety concerns. Lastly, because genetically engineered foods have been deemed as safe, that is why they are now not required to be labeled. This is also controversial as some advocate that since GE foods have only been in use for 10 years, this is not enough time to evaluate long term impact on consumer health and the environment. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TJCangn1.rtf

The Kingdom of Jordan, Free Trade, and the Environment
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This 24 page report discusses the fact that environmental issue must be considered, regardless of political or economic considerations, from a number of specific perspectives that address underlying issues that relate to environmental responsibility separate and apart from political ideologies. The situations in which the Kingdom of Jordan finds itself as it makes a free trade agreement with the US serves as an example of such necessary considerations and concerns. Bibliography lists 22 sources.
Filename: BWjorenv.wps

The Leadership of Women in Restoring the Everglades
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This 9 page paper examines the role of women in the fight to restore the Everglades. Specific individuals are discussed. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: SA642fe.rtf

The Lewis and Clark Expedition: A Prelude to the Settlement of the West
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A 5 page discussion of the intent and long term ramifications of this infamous expedition. The United States was at the beginning of a period of tremendous change, change that was determined by numerous interrelated factors. The issues she was facing revolved around difficulties in Native American relations, the intricacies of Jacksonian Democracy, the strategics of westward expansion, and the ideology of Manifest Destiny. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PPwestwa.rtf