ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS
Filter by: Sort by:
Showing Results 1-30 of 457 pieces of text content (0.171 sec)
ICES of Indianapolis Holds "Green & Environmental" Technology EventPresentations were given by the Hoosier Environmental Council, Cummins, Inc., and the Indy Racing League.- An Overview of Environmental Initiatives at US Logistic CompaniesThis paper provides an overview of the recycling and environmental efforts at Fed Ex, UPS, and the US Postal Service and was submitted and co-authored by Stephanie Minnich for course credit at The University of Toledo.
- Anheuser-Busch Releases Environmental, Health and Safety ReportIn 2006, Anheuser-Busch recycled more than 27 billion cans through its Anheuser-Busch Recycling Corporation. That's nearly 364,000 metric tons of used aluminum cans.
Saving Energy at the Department of Veterans AffairsAn independent analysis of what the Department of Veterans Affairs is doing to save energy.- The Effect of News Media on Public Opinion Toward Environmental IssuesThis paper looks at how the portrayal of environmental issues, such as global warming and pollution, by the news media has influenced public opinion and possibly action towards environmental changes.
- The Environmental Impact of NanotechnologyThis report looks at the recent development of nanotechnology and its environmental impact by studying the beneficial applications of technology and the consequential risks posed by it on the environment and the public.
Carbon Emissions and Other Environmental Problems - What We Can DoWith increasing environmental problems related to global warming, deforestation is often overlooked as a large contribution to the problem. Steps must be taken to protect our forests to help fight rising carbon emissions.- Environmental Due Diligence: a Necessary Edge in Today's Real Estate MarketA brief overview of a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment and why having one for your property is a good idea before selling
- FERC Issues Environmental Report on BroadwaterThe recently released Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for Broadwater's proposed offshore liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility in Long Island Sound means the project is one step closer to reality.
- Starting a Career in Environmental ToxicologyThe plumes of acrid black smoke billow from a smoke stack at a Paper Mill. How has the smoke affected the health of the locals, what are the long term health effects? An Environmental Toxicologist can answer these questions?
- Obama Speaks to American Israel Public Affairs CommitteeWill President Obama commit to sanctions and diplomacy with the international community? Or will the political pressure to support Israel force The President to abandon negotiations?
- Kashmir Under Environmental ThreatUnrestricted tourism, too many vehicles, illegal and legal felling of trees and global warming, all are contributing towards Kashmir's deteriorating environment
- Kashmir Under Environmental ThreatUnrestricted tourism, too many vehicles, illegal and legal felling of trees and global warming, all are contributing towards Kashmir's deteriorating environment
- Green Degree ProgramsPressing issues like urban sprawl and efficient energy use have resulted in an increase in "green" degrees. This trend's focus on energy-efficient structures and environmental sustainability has resulted in an increased demand for green architects.
Health and Environmental Impacts of the BP Gulf Oil SpillNothing in our shared cultural experience will prepare us better for the oncoming Black Wave throughout the Gulf of Mexico than the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill in Prince William Sound, Alaska.
The 21st Centrist and Environmental SalvationEverything that we do is powered by fossil fuels and equates to carbon dioxide cost. Over time this adds up and costs the environment.- An Examination of US Energy and Environmental PoliciesAn critical look at US energy policy from the standpoint of many different administrations.
- Green Mountain Coffee: Good for Your Taste Buds, Good for Your PlanetCoffee is a worldwide industry that suffers from the bottleneck effect of globalization.
- A Web Cam for Bird LoversA web cam allows viewers to watch a mama Eagle sitting on three eggs.
Massachusetts Financial Incentives for Renewable EnergyIn Massachusetts there is a state income tax credit up to $1,000 for renewable energy systems. The Commonwealth Solar initiative, Chicopee Electric Light, and National Grid offer rebates for solar systems.- HOLISTIC MARKETINGThis article tries to trace the evolution of marketing concepts from primitive ideas to the modern idea. It introduces the most modern concept - the Holistic Marketing, in short.
- Criminologist States: Serial Killers Responsible for Nearly Ten Times More U.S. Deaths Than Records ShowAccording to Indiana University-Purdue University criminologist, serial killers are responsible for more U. S. deaths than records show.
Serial Killers' Body Count May Be Higher than ThoughtAccording to research from a criminologist at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, serial killers in the US might be responsible for more than 10 times as many murders than they have been thought to be.- NIH Study on Biocontainment Lab Found FlawedThe National Infectious Disease Laboratory under construction at Boston University plans on building a Level 4 biocontainment facility, but the assessment of the risks involved is found flawed.
Scientists Warn of Danger with Genetically Engineered CornThey have discovered that the pollen and parts of the plants of the Bt variety of genetically engineered corn are being washed into the streams near the fields and the pollen and parts are toxic.- Genetically Modified Corn Could Hurt Aquatic SystemsA team of researchers found signs of GM corn pollen in nearby streams; the team also found GM pollen and leaves causes less growth and, in high levels, increased mortality among the aquatic caddisfly, a source of food for fish and amphibians.
- Syria and the Press: How Syria's Culture is Breaking Out of Assad's Emergency LawSyria has a long history of a severely restricted press, but with the explosion of the Internet, Syrians are fighting back with anonymous blogs, English language news sites, and accessing outside news through satellite dishes.
- Will a New Energy Tax Be Coming to Your Town Soon?Information on a new tax passed by voters in a Colorado city. Mentions other city and state governments with similar fees and utility companies who have imposed like rate increases.
- Reintroduction of Wolves Into Yellowstone National Parkthe controversy over the reintroduction of wolves into Yellowstone in 1995-1996.
- Canada's Liberal ProblemA review of the upcoming Canadian national elections and what it will mean for the nation and North America.
Showing Results 1-30 of 457 pieces of text content (0.171 sec)





