Disease as "nature's" population correction, rapid die-off from famine, disease, etc. are now an insufficient correction of over-population. these forms of die-off are not very efficient or effective in the long run. ... It used to be possible to feel comfortable in favoring "development at all costs." Now that we have seen the environmental damage (and therefore the environmental costs to future generations) of some development strategies, it is clear that "development", as classically defined in terms of the increase in personal income, is not sufficient for environmentalists. ...

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The fourth question is, what is the market opportunity for the country's germane resource? ... While independent producers have gained importance, with producers such as Novatek and LUKoil contributing increasing volumes to Russia's production in recent years, upstream opportunities remain fairly limited for independent producers and other companies, including Russian oil majors. ... Under the terms of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), producing companies operate freely across the U.S.... It costs between $6 and $7 to turn natural gas into liquid natural gas so that c...

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Many of the tail risks that concerned us in the last edition have not come to pass, in particular in the United States, which did not fall off the "fiscal cliff"; in Europe, where the breakup of the euro zone was avoided and where sovereign bond differentials have drastically narrowed; and in China, where fears of a hard landing have receded for the time being. ... It influences investment decisions and the organization of production and plays a key role in the ways in which societies distribute the benefits and bear the costs of development strategies and policies. ... Government at...

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Operate a profitable business whose annual growth is fueled by exceptional employees who are given opportunities for development, challenging work, candid communication, autonomy, and support. ... The current drive and emphasis by International governments on diversification of the industrial base presents an opportunity for Pandofandlejoie Breweries to make a valuable contribution. ...

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The United States is Nicaragua's largest trading partner by far--the source of 25% of its imports and the destination of about 60% of its exports. ... Good opportunities exist for further investments in those same sectors, as well as in tourism, mining, franchising, and the distribution of imported consumer, manufacturing, and agricultural goods. ... It is also a member of the World Trade Organization, and has sharply reduced tariffs and eliminated many non-tariff barriers. ... The United States is Nicaragua's largest trading partner, with both exports and imports expanding ove...

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Although most disabled persons in the work force "are not victims of employment discrimination", employers remain concerned about the potential costs of disability claims and compliance measures (Holley, Jennings, Wolters, 2001, p. 424). ... The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and Attorney General, have the responsibility of implementing title I. ... Employment under Section 102, Title I of the ADA, requires employers with 15 or more employees to provide qualified individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to benefit from the full range of employment-related opportunit...

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During this period, they understood and accepted that they were not yet able to be a major player on the global stage and in turn, this recognition allowed them to benefit immensely when the opportunity arose. Opportunity arose again when, in 1803, the United States purchased the territory of Louisiana from Napoleon. ... As Kaufman notes, this doctrine was only effective because it was supported by Britain and its powerful Navy who "preferred an independent Latin America open to trade rather than a Spanish Empire that restricted it " (Kaufman 10). ...

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Today, car racing is still a sport that offers entertainment to people all around the world in many forms and ways such as circuit racing, rallying, off road racing and drag racing. ... High brand loyalty leads to lower marketing costs because the companies do not need to spend money on convincing these customers to purchase their product, they can focus on retention which is a lot cheaper. ... His findings indicate that brand loyalty could create marketing advantages, in this respect, reduced marketing costs, an increase of new customers and greater trade leverage. ... The results for a compa...

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The American Civil War, widely known in the United States as simply the Civil War as well as other names, was a civil war fought from 1861 to 1865 to determine the survival of the Union or independence for the Confederacy. Among the 34 states in January 1861, seven Southern slave states individually declared their secession from the United States and formed the Confederate States of America. The Confederacy, often simply called the South, grew to include eleven states, and although they claimed thirteen states and additional western territories, the Confederacy was never diplomatically recogni...

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The American Civil War, widely known in the United States as simply the Civil War as well as other names, was a civil war fought from 1861 to 1865 to determine the survival of the Union or independence for the Confederacy. Among the 34 states in January 1861, seven Southern slave states individually declared their secession from the United States and formed the Confederate States of America. The Confederacy, often simply called the South, grew to include eleven states, and although they claimed thirteen states and additional western territories, the Confederacy was never diplomatically recogni...

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