Our free environmental studies essays cover a wide range of topics relating to looking after our planet. In this section you’ll find example essays on the theme of climatic change, biodiversity conservation, terrestrial and water ecology, environmental pollution and management, and many more.
Nuclear energy represents roughly eleven percent of global energy production, and is responsible for almost one fifth of all energy generation in the United States. The process is clean, efficient, and utilizes a domestically available fuel source. However, despite nuclear energy’s numerous benefits, the technology is not without its faults. Nuclear energy brings with it … Read more
ABSTRACT The solar cell modules are generally employed in dusty environments which is the case in tropical countries like India. The dust and particulate matter gets accumulated on the reflecting surface of the module and blocks the incident light from the sun. It reduces the power generation capacity of the module. The power output will … Read more
The Sustainable Development Goal of creating sustainable cities and communities was created by the United Nations in 2015 and listed as a goal to be completed locally and globally by 2030. The formal goal of this Sustainable Development Goal is, ‘to make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable’ (United Nations, 2015). In … Read more
Introduction Soil is a complex ecosystem. It is made up of minerals, organic material, gases and liquids. Soil forms the habitat for many individuals, plants, and animals. The mineral particles could be sand, clay and silt. Most soils consist of a mixture of these particles and the soil texture therefore depends on the proportions. Classification … Read more
1. Introduction Estuaries and upper estuarine freshwater ecosystems are productive habitats in which microbes, zooplankton, phytoplankton, vertebrates and invertebrates are all subjected to variability between freshwater and marine influences (Cohen, 2000). These waters and especially the upper estuarine freshwater ecosystems are characterized by variable temperatures and salinity due to seasonal weather, tidal flow, estuarine circulation … Read more
Introduction: Emily On the night of April 20, 2010, a bubble of methane gas escaped from the well of the Deepwater Horizon oil rig. This bubble shot up the pipe towards the surface causing an explosion and fire at the rig. During the explosion and rescue efforts to follow, 11 people were killed and 115 … Read more
Most of us know what fashion is, and most of us have an idea about what sustainability is. But when it comes to the relationship between the two, we can very easily find ourselves on new ground. Is it even possible to think fashion and design without responsibility? It is. And we do. On a … Read more
Introduction In this paper, the different types of Marine Energy will be discussed and examined to gain a better understanding of how it can be used as a renewable resource and the technology available currently for capturing such energy. Marine Energy is defined as any energy carried by ocean waves, tides, currents, salinity, and ocean … Read more
The need to keep the world safe and a better place for the continuous existence of humanity cannot be overemphasized. This responsibility is the main focus for the formation and establishment of the UN. 2. 1. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND OF THE UNITED NATION: In 1899, an International Peace Conference was held in The Hague to elaborate … Read more
Rationale Throughout the dissertation it is going to discuss the effects of new “eco-cities” and how they will change the world into a more sustainable place. The definition of an eco-city is; “An Eco-city is a human settlement modelled on the self-sustaining resilient structure and function of natural ecosystems. An eco-city seeks to provide healthy … Read more
Introduction The topic of this essay is to relate the concept of integrated water management and decision support to an example of my country, including an example of how decisions are actually made. About 71% of earth surface is water covered, the ocean holds 95% of earth’s water (http://water.usgs.gov/edu/earthhowmuch.html) yet there is not enough water … Read more
1. Introduction Agriculture is the most vital sector of the Indian economy and providing food to a population over a billion and sustains livelihood of about two-thirds of population . Similarly, agriculture has been and continues to be lifeline of Bihar’s economy. The relevance of agriculture to Bihar’s economy is reflected at varying degrees at … Read more
Abstract An estimated 200 million people from 29 countries including India are severely affected due to fluoride pollution. Ingestion of fluoride beyond the WHO recommended permissible level (1.5 mg/l) is associated with dental and skeletal fluorosis and other toxic responses while inadequate intake of fluoride is associated with dental caries. Natural weathering of various minerals … Read more
Introduction With the ever increasing global population projected to touch 9.7 billion by 2050, combined with the reducing arable land area, crop productivity has become an important concern. Plants are continuously under the attack of wide range of pathogens namely fungi, bacteria and viruses. These pathogens have numerous ways of adversely affecting the growth of … Read more
Abstract Environmental impacts of battery electric vehicles (BEV) and internal combustion engine vehicles have been broadly studied and compared. However, there is no evidence of studies comparing the potential effect of key factors such as vehicle mass reduction, life cycle inventories regionalization and electricity mix evolution in a Brazilian conditions scenario. The purpose of this … Read more
