discussions. The discussion of global warming covers possible causes and consequences, who are responsible for warming and what steps should be taken by countries to reduce the negative impacts of this phenomenon. The burning of fossil fuels around the world is the main cause of emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2), the main greenhouse gas. The transport sector is among the sources of emissions of greenhouse
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of renewable energy within Australia, particularly Solar Energy has a huge scope of serious development and benefit to our future energy needs. Our country to this date has the highest average solar radiation per square meter of any country in the world (Geoscience Australia, 2012). Even our solar radiation in the southern regions has a higher overall radiation than countries like Germany, who are one of the most developed nations in terms of Solar Energy. Since late 2012, 10% of Australian energy
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system and enlisting Brazil's renowned landscape artist, Burle Marx, to design a parkway entrance for the city. "Cubatao was always described as one of the most polluted places in the world," the Mayor, Nei Eduardo Serra, said. "Today, Cubatao has become an example of a solution to the problem of third-world pollution." "Cosipa has all the technical plans approved and a lot of equipment has been purchased," said Sergio Correa Alejandro, the regional manager of [Cetesb]. "With luck, they will be in
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are projected to face water scarcity if current reserves are not managed effectively Global Freshwater Scenario Global Freshwater reserves are rapidly depleting and this is expected to significantly impact many densely populated areas of the world Low to middle income developing regions as well as highly developed countries will face water stress in the future, unless existing water reserves are managed effectively • Although low and middle income developing countries currently have
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States WATER POWER Pros • • • • • • • Provides water for 30-30% of the world’s irrigated land Provides 19% of electricity Expands irrigation Provides drinking water Supplies hydroelectric energy (falling water used to run turbines) Easier for third world countries to generate power (if water source is available) It is cheaper Cons • • • • • • • • Destabilizes marine ecosystems Water wars (up river and down river; e.g., the water war between
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enough in our socities and provided examples ; Yes (Benefits ,Positive Discrimination ,Facilities ,Improved Mentality ),No (Differentr approches ,Abuse,No benefits ,No Positive Discrimination or Facilities ) and mentioned a historical fact that injured world war soldiers had compensations according to the injuries they suffered ,how disasterous the consequences are or in case of a death money was sent to
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[pic] WHAT IS GREEN TECHNOLOGY? The term "technology" refers to the application of knowledge for practical purposes. The field of "green technology" encompasses a continuously evolving group of methods and materials, from techniques for generating energy to non-toxic cleaning products. As the name implies green technology is one that has a "green" purpose. By green we do not mean the color, however, nature is quite green, and the long and short term impact an invention has on the environment
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the increased needs of building materials like rubbers and steel. The introduction of the steam engine ushered in factories almost overnight facilitating these orders. Unbeknownst to them, nature was choking in the masses of water, air and soil pollution. These factories were the beginnings of the continued
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environment and natural resources. It’s based on concepts such as conserving water and energy, reducing waste and pollution, harnessing renewable energy sources, finding ways to reuse materials, and developing less polluting technologies. Green technology is everywhere these days; in the news, politics, fashion, and of course technology. Green Technology is becoming so widespread throughout the world. People are becoming more energy efficient in their homes by buying water-efficient showerheads that are low-flow
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and performance attributes of composites used in other industries that are applicable to the building / construction market. • Review case studies that demonstrate how the inherent attributes of composites such as low weight, durability and low thermal conductivity, result in environmental and cost effective material options. • Explore web based education tools that offer case studies on the use of composites in construction and allow users to connect with composite fabricators that specialize
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