Abstract Air pollution is a constant threat to our society. ... When people think about air pollution, they usually think about smog, acid rain and other forms of outdoor air pollution. ... Air is 99.9% nitrogen, oxygen, water vapor and inert gases. ... There are several main types of pollution and well-known effects of pollution which are commonly discussed. ... This type of pollution is sometimes referred to as "black carbon" pollution. ...

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This alone should raise your eyebrow considering cars alone account for half the oil consumed in the United States, about half the urban pollution, and one-forth of the greenhouse gases (Car Pollution). ... Water alone accounts for over 70% of the Earth's surface (Kifferstein and Krantz). ... You are most likely sitting there thinking that water pollution isn't that big of a threat these days since we have our water treatment plants and all, well think again. ... Yeah, now you are thinking twice about how safe our water is. ... Pollution can be found in three places, air, water, ...

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India is committed to reducing pollution and harm on the environment. ... India needs is the ability to better inform its state government and civil society of the dangers pollution and all forms of environmental degradation has on its communities and terrain. ... Air pollution with specific reference to vehicular pollution has become a major problem in India that needs to be resolved. ... According to the India: State of the Environment 2001 report, "Apart from the sheer numbers, other factors contributing to the increasing vehicular pollution in urban areas include the types of engines ...

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Environmental degradation can be defined as the deterioration of the environment through depletion of resources such as air, water, and soil, the destruction of ecosystems and the extinction of wildlife. ... "Another way to think about this is that clean air, water, etc. provide an enjoyment that is income elastic. ... "As new economic activity resulting from growth comes about, new changes occur within the environment, such as habitat destruction as well as air, water and pesticide pollution from industry and agriculture" (Booth,1998) It can be seen that economic growth might...

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However, Vietnam also has been facing with a lot of issues in various aspects, including environmental issues and water pollution is a case in point. ... Evaluation the water of Thi Vai river has turn into a critical and pressing issue in the most recent 15 years in Vietnam. ... Due to the increase of the population and changing in economic status, Vietnam is currently facing with a lot issues of water contamination. ... According to a water quality test, the pigment levels in Thi Vai River were 3675 times higher than permissible levels. ... The report also stated that the expense for disease...

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Inside the compacted layers, there is very little room for water or air that aid in the breakdown of wastes. ... Air pollution control equipment often fail exceeding safe levels of emission standards (Miller,1999,p.383). ... Recycling also 2 reduces water and air pollution and saves land space. ... Some of those goals include: Clean air, clean and safe water, safe food, preventing pollution and reducing the risk in communities, homes, work places and ecosystems" (epa, 2000). ... Dilution is not the solution to most pollution. 4. ...

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Some of their goals are to develop environmental strategies that ensure corporate sustainable development, pollution control, pollution prevention and recycling programs. ... Some of the things they do is investigate ways to test water to be sure it is safe, check licenses of the people who construct wells and supply water to others, inspect wells for safe water supplies, and their design. ... They also write new laws to protect ground water and train others to protect it. ... A few examples are: air pollution, hydrometeorology, global climate modeling, and forecasting. ... This service a...

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The first is the notion of the diffusion of sources, where wastes and pollution are relocated globally. For example, there is a spread of pollution from industries going from North to South, meaning the bigger industries of the North are pushing their wastes into other regions who are indirectly involved with the pollution source. ... One main disadvantage is the environmental pollution found in these countries. ... Demand for water is, inevitably, a major issue. Countries that are prone to dry seasons already have much difficulty finding adequate water supplies, but in the event of enviro...

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In turn, the conventional sources of energy we use today cause pollution, so economic growth is almost inevitably associated with environmental damage. ... These enterprises generate mass amounts of pollution in the form of liquid waste and gaseous fumes. Liquid waste is frequently dumped in fresh water bodies while gaseous fumes are released into the atmosphere. Liquid waste leads to the pollution of water and the damaging of aquatic ecosystems (Harden 365). ... The issues that are affecting our environment are global warming, air pollution, land pollution, water pollution, toxic waste, an...

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Environmental pollution is one of the greatest problems we face, causing serious and permanent damage to our planet. ... A single person cannot be held accountable for the pollution of our planet; however, the little choices that person chooses to do everyday can be the major cause. ... To prove my argument that we are always exposed to the dangers of environmental changes, Wendell Berry replies, "Every time we draw a breath, every time we drink a glass of water, every time we eat a bite of food we are suffering from it"" (3). ... Therefore every time we buy water from the store or buy meat or...

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When confronted with the issues of how to get rid of hazardous waste, air or water pollution, ethics play a major role in the decision when there is an absence of laws to governor the issue. ... We are connected thought the air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat, the energy we use, and the soil where we live. ... In December of 1984, in Bhopal, India, water was mixed into a tank of methyl isocyanate (Ridgeway 93). ... Environmental Activists expressed that poison from the factory continues to creep into the local water system and continues to cause devastating effects to...

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Most of Nigeria's oil is found along the coastline of the Niger delta, which is a massive environmental issue as there is real concern of marine pollution from "spillage and blowouts"5. ... The introduction of new industry brings more people into the area and therefore as a result, increases the amount of waste and pollution the area has to manage and dispose of. ... However, by 2000 none of the industrialized countries met these targets.14 None of these countries were fined for their lack of commitment to the framework, as the legislation never actually became legally binding due to insu...

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By integrating these three practices in everyday life, we will assist in saving a list of items including energy, water, trees, and the earth. ... Nonetheless, when we become more environmentally aware, concisely change our behavior and lifestyle to reduce the amount of pollution and waste we generate; we have decided to "go green". ... Green living involves the concern of air and water pollution, waste conservation, and wildlife protection as well. ... The creation of Earth Day educated the public in general about reducing waste, conserving energy and curbing pollution. ... There ...

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These are the fact that (i) individuals should be free from pollution and (ii) individuals should have the freedom or opportunity to participate in environmental decision making. ... The commoditization of land, water, energy and air has resulted in policies that protect the exploitation of these basic needs for the gain of those with commercial influence on society over the underprivileged. ...

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Environmental pollution is one of the greatest troubles that the earth is facing today, causing serious and permanent damage to our planet. ... A single person cannot be held accountable for the pollution of our planet; however, the little choices that person chooses to do everyday can be the major cause. ... To prove my argument that we are always exposed to the dangers of environmental changes, Wendell Berry replies, "Every time we draw a breath, every time we drink a glass of water, every time we eat a bite of food we are suffering from it" (3). ... Therefore every time we buy wat...

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The environmental issue has certainly been at the very top of the American agenda, as the nation seeks ways to preserve and conserve. Land is being protected, trees saved as new ways are sought to produce safe and effective energy for people are recognizing that Earth's natural resources are slowly...

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