Is Brent Dealing Adequately With Its Environmental Problems?
Brent is a Subject to a lot of environmental problems, but is the government actually doing anything to solve these problems? Is Brent Dealing Adequately With Its Environmental Problems? Brent is located in London, which is found in the South East Part Of England (Map 1) London is made up of many boroughs; Brent (Map 2) is in the North West part of London. Brent is divided into three parliamentary constituencies (Map 3): Brent East Brent North Brent South There are 31 wards in Brent, I live in the St Raphael's Ward in Brent South. Brent was established in 1965 by the re-organisation of London's Government. The Borough's Wembley and Willesden were joined together and named after the river that had previously separated them 'The River Brent.' Elections were held every 4 years to elect 66 local Councillors to govern Brent. Evidence shows that Brent was severely damaged in the Second World War. 2000 homes were destroyed and big efforts were produced to rebuild and repair these buildings. Wembley concentrated more on new council estates and by the 1960s/70s new housing estates replaced old homes. A vast number of factories were closed down to be replaced by office blocks. Brent was well on its way to improvement. By 1965 Brent was faced with the problems that were handed down from previous predecessors. These included Housing, Education, Social Services, Refuse
Examples of coastal areas where there is a lot of conflict of interests are the sandy coasts of Glenelg, and also the Port Adelaide Estuaries. The Adelaide coastline is highly developed with houses and roads occupying a large proportion
"Describe the reasons for conflicts of interest in coastal zones, and discuss the management strategies relating to conflicts of interest in at least two coastal locations." Coasts range from the rocky shores and sandy beaches to extensive calm water mud flats, seagrass and mangrove habitats. Coastal and marine environments are a valuable community resource and are of great biological and economic value to the area. Coastal areas are very complex eco-systems which rely on a number of different processes and systems. Humans are constantly disrupting these processes by developing and taking part in recreation in coastal areas. Alterations can have harmful results and disturb the dynamic equilibrium of the natural processes that occur there. Therefore there is now a need for constant human input into coastal systems in order to artificially maintain them. This creates a lot of conflicts of interest between groups about what should be done about the problem in terms of the sustainability of the environment versus our societal need. Examples of coastal areas where there is a lot of conflict of interests are the sandy coasts of Glenelg, and also the Port Adelaide Estuaries. The Adelaide coastline is highly developed with houses and roads occupying a large proportion of the original dune system. Development along the coastline, particularly in Glenelg, has had many detrimental
Photochemical smog.
Photochemical smog, is the accumulation of pollutants caused by man, under the influence of light. Primary pollutants, which are directly produced from reactions, such as oxides of nitrogen (NOx), carbon monoxide and volatile organic compounds (VOC's). Whereas secondary pollutants are produced by the photochemical reactions of primary pollutants and the sun's energy, such as sulphuric acid, nitrogen dioxide and ozone. Primary pollutants are formed from the burning of fossil fuels in a coal fired power station and from the missions of car exhaust. Coal is a fossil fuel formed from the fossilisation of organisms, and therefore the sediment contains proteins. When fossil fuels are burnt, nitrogen compounds found in the fuel are oxidised and produce NOx. Thermal NOx is produced mainly due to the high temperature of combustion of the nitrogen and oxygen atoms. Sulphur compounds are also found in coal, when burnt at high temperatures these compounds are oxidised and forms oxides of sulphur (SOx) These oxides of nitrogen and sulphur are released as a waste product and are a primary pollutant in the formation of photochemical smog. Incomplete combustion of fossil fuels releases CO into the atmosphere, which is a primary pollutant. (189) Figure 1 shows the percentage of primary pollutants in the atmosphere and their sources. Photochemical smog is formed during anticlyconic
The Decline in the Ecological Quality of the woodland, Heathland and Wetland Areas in the New Forest
Note: My first essay at university, the essay had to be in the style of a new scientist article and include a lot of pictures. I have had to remove these pictures to decrease the file size, which accounts for the unusual spacing. It also teaches you how to write a bad appendix. The Decline in the Ecological Quality of the woodland, Heathland and Wetland Areas in the New Forest The New Forest, a landscape enjoyed by many as a wonderful break from the bustle of city life, An abundance of species rich habitats, a place of solitude, as open space to be valued and conserved for both present and future generations. To many the New forest may seem an unchanging mosaic of forest, heath and wetland interlocked with small rural settlements whose traditional character seem almost timeless. However beneath this uniquely picturesque landscape lies an environment which is both complex and forever changing, a landscape which through history, has been heavily influenced by man and his activities. The precise role of man and the influence he is having upon the natural environment often creates a complex set of management issues. These issues embody not only concerns for the environment but often have economic implications for the wider community. The New Forest is a good example of this; it has many conflicting uses and hence requires management. Figure two displays this range of habitats.
Underlying Causes of Deforestation and Forest Degradation in Kenya
Africa Underlying Causes of Deforestation and Forest Degradation in Kenya . Situation analysis Kenya's forests are rapidly declining due to pressure from increased population and other land uses. With half of the country being arid and semi-arid, there is a lot of strain on the rest of the land since the economy is natural resource based. The productive area which forms about 20% of the country's area falls in the medium and high potential agro-ecological zones and is under agriculture, forest and nature reserves. According to Forest Resource Assessment FAO 1990, Kenya is classified among the countries with low forest cover of less than 2% of the total land area. The dwindling forest cover has a severe effect on the climate, wildlife, streams, human population especially forest dwellers. .1 Introduction Mau Forest Complex is located in the Rift Valley province, about 200 km to the south-west of Nairobi and straddles four Districts: Kericho, Nakuru, Bomet, and Narok. It lies in the montane rain forest region which has a good potential for closed-canopy growth. The forest contains the largest remaining block of moist indigenous forest in East Africa covering an area of 900 km². The forest is gazetted and is under the managerial custody of the State's Forest Department. It was first gazetted in 1932 by the colonial government. Many alterations to the forest cover have
Deforestation in Amazonia
Deforestation in Amazonia The Amazon rainforest is the world's largest rainforest situated in Brail of South America and consequently suffers the most deforestation in the world. Deforestation is the cause for the destruction of the Amazon and rapidly becoming the most reliable method for access to resources such as wood. The countries of Amazonia are poor, less developed countries that rely on the resources of the Amazon rainforest to become richer, more developed countries. However, some people think that they can only do this by destroying the rainforest forever. The trees of the rainforest can be sold for wood (timber). This timber is in great demand in economically developed countries like Britain, Japan and USA. Accordingly, as it is in great demand, there are many advantages as well as disadvantages of the deforestation of the trees in the Amazon. There are many people that have an interest in the rainforest such as the large companies in the developed countries who buy the raw materials such as the wood from the rainforest. The business of trade of the materials would most likely improve the developing countries like Peru and Brazil as the government would profit exceedingly and could use the money to build roads or provide the materials for buildings and schools or hospitals as a way to improve the country. As the company will be a transnational company, there
The generation of electric power produces more pollution than any other single industry.
The generation of electric power produces more pollution than any other single industry. The most recent (1998) data shows the electricity industry was responsible for: * 67% of sulphur dioxide emissions that contribute to acid rain * 25% of nitrous oxide emissions that contribute to urban smog * 40% of carbon emissions that contribute to global climate change Among the other major environmental issues linked to electricity are water impacts, generation of wastes, and the disruption of land uses. Electricity is also playing an increasingly important role in our personal lives and in the economy that feeds us. Electricity powered computer and communication systems are more and more important parts our lives and our economy. Because we are demanding more electricity service we must avoid increasing the damage to our environment by using electricity efficiently and by obtaining electricity from the cleanest sources available. Every day, the generation of electric power produces more pollution than any other single industry. This pollution is changing the planet's climate and ecosystems in ways that will harm generations to come. Until recently, consumers had little choice about their electricity provider, but now there are more opportunities than ever to support cleaner, healthier power supplies. The fuels most commonly used for electricity production, fossil fuels
To what extent would you agree that international co-operation is important in tackling world environmental problems?
To what extent would you agree that international co-operation is important in tackling world environmental problems? European Community Commission President Delors has referred to global environmental management as "the greatest phenomenon of world interdependence there is". Indeed, due to its inherently trans-national character and global implications, environmental conservation has blossomed into an urgent and salient sphere of cooperation and coordination in the international community. Common to all of humanity, it cannot be resolved by a few countries acting alone. Thus, I fully agree that international co-operation is crucial in tackling world environmental problems and will subsequently prove the justification for my stand. First and foremost, we must be aware that sole actions undertaken by various countries and organisations effect significant impacts upon the global environment, whether positive or negative. Wise measures implemented by cooperative parties can very well play a role in tackling environmental problems. Yet, they may be hampered by contradicting parties. A nonchalant attitude adopted or lack of discipline displayed by uncooperative parties which cause inconsiderate damage to the environment, inevitably disrupts the global climb towards an enhanced environment. Hence, due to the fact that all individual efforts add up eventually, international
Environmental Issues. The condition of the environment is a worldwide issue. Air and water pollution do not recognize borders; poor soil conditions in one nation may reduce another countrys food supply.
The condition of the environment is a worldwide issue. Air and water pollution do not recognize borders; poor soil conditions in one nation may reduce another country's food supply. At the same time, different regions do face different problems. One key distinction is between the environmental threats faced by developed nations, such as the United States and western European countries, and developing nations, such as India and Mexico. Most agree that these nations may have dissimilar crises, but debate remains over whether the solutions to their problems are unique as well. The environmental problems faced by developed nations are largely the result of their economic strength and higher standards of living. Overconsumption is cited by many observers as a cause of resource depletion in the First World. Americans, and to a lesser extent western Europeans, Japanese, and other residents of developed nations, are more likely to own one or more cars, purchase more food and clothes than subsistence levels require, and use considerable amounts of electricity. Americans consume a disproportionate amount of the planet's resources. The United States is home to 5 percent of the world's population but uses 25 percent of its resources. Overall, the developed world has 23 percent of Earth's population but consumes two-thirds of the resources. Environmentalists contend that this high level
Isolation Tank - The story of a ‘mystical’ device for the exploration of the human consciousness.
Isolation Tank The story of a 'mystical' device for the exploration of the human consciousness. Human evolution can be described as a constant expansion of our consciousness, physically by reaching new places and mentally by exploring different realities. These explorations have offered us the knowledge to develop from the primitive, unarmed creatures we were, to today's 'wise' men who are able to predict and to some extend control the forces of the nature. During the 20th century humankind have reached physically into space as far as up to the moon and mentally explored within its own self in depths never reached before. The story of the Isolation Tank (IT) is a story of a device created to explore new realities within our brain never experienced before. This essay gives a brief definition of what the IT is and the historical framework in which it was created. Furthermore, it is discussed whether people do experienced different, unfamiliar realities through the IT as early studies on IT have supported, or whether the 'bizarre' experiences recorded in the IT where a myth as more recent studies suggest. Finally there are discussed some of the main applications that the Isolation Tank has today. Even before defining what the IT is, it is more important to know why it was created. In the 1950's the IT was initially created in order to answer a fundamental question in
