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23C. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

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18735. THE BROWN TREE SNAKE. This paper discusses the biology of the brown tree snake and its status as an “invasive” species, capable of causing extreme ecological and economic damage. The accidental introduction of the species... (more)   $84
 
18685. INTERFACE, INC. AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN BUSINESS. This paper is concerned with Interface, Inc., a global carpet manufacturer, and its efforts to achieve sustainability and minimize its impact on the environment. The company’s founder, Ray C.... (more)   $63
 
18542. GEOTHERMAL ENERGY. This paper argues that there is need for a sound geothermal policy in the United States. Although there are disadvantages as well as advantages to the use of geothermal energy, it provides a feasible... (more)   $56
 
18512. THE THREAT OF GLOBAL WARMING. This paper discusses the need to address the problem of global warming. It starts by describing the scientific evidence that global warming exists, has damaging impacts, and is caused by human... (more)   $126
 
18496. WAL-MART’S SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY STANFORD UNIVERSITY BUSINESS CASE STUDY 9-OIT-71. This paper provides a Berkeley Research case analysis and case solution to a popular Stanford University case study (available via the Harvard Business case study website as product #9-OIT-71) by... (more)   $105
 
18377. ADAPTING TO CLIMATE CHANGE: THE CASE OF SUNCOR ENERGY AND THE ALBERTA OIL SANDS IVEY BUSINESS CASE STUDY 908M73. This paper provides a Berkeley Research case analysis and case solution to an Ivey School of Business case study (available as 908M73 on the Harvard Business School website) by Pratima Bansal and... (more)   $77
 
18354. GLOBAL CLIMATE CHANGE AND BP HARVARD BUSINESS CASE STUDY 708026. This paper provides a Berkeley Research case analysis and case solution to a Harvard Business School competitive strategy case study on British Petroleum (BP) by Forest Reinhardt. The time setting... (more)   $84
 
18310. METHODOLOGIES FOR A STUDY OF NATURE DEFICIT DISORDER. This paper discusses the kinds of methodologies that could be used to research the concept of “nature deficit disorder” and provide evidence to support its existence. The nature deficit disorder... (more)   $133
 
18113. GLOBAL WARMING: A TECHNOLOGICAL APPROACH TO A SOLUTION. This paper is concerned with a 2006 Science News article that describes a possible technological approach to solving the problem of global warming. The approach calls for the use of a trillion tiny... (more)   $42
 
18086. THOMAS BERRY’S “NATURAL CAPITALISM”. This term paper discusses the concept of "natural capitalism," which is seen as a way to reconcile economic progress with the need to protect the environment and its resources. The paper agrees with... (more)   $77
 
18044. “MATERIAL CONCERNS” BY TIM JACKSON. This paper reviews Jackson's book on how to protect the environment without undermining the existing economic system. Jackson's proposed solutions include the use of "preventive environmental... (more)   $49
 
17742. GLOBAL WARMING: EVIDENCE AND EFFECTS. This paper provides an overview and analysis of global warming. The paper begins with an overview of the global warming debate, outlining the major controversies over whether or not global warming is... (more)   $119
 
17718. DWINDLING BIODIVERSITY IN THE TROPICAL RAINFORESTS: LIMITING ADVANCES IN PLANT-BASED MEDICINES This paper provides an overview and analysis of the environmental problem of tropical rainforest destruction and the associated loss of biodiversity in the context of the development of tropical... (more)   $63
 
17715. GLOBAL WARMING: IS NUCLEAR POWER PART OF THE SOLUTION? This paper provides an overview and analysis of the problem of global warming and considers whether or not nuclear power can be part of the solution to the problem. The paper begins with an overview... (more)   $119
 
17605. MALARIA: A GLOBAL HEALTH PROBLEM. This paper provides an overview and analysis of malaria as a major health problem affecting many of the underdeveloped regions of sub-tropical Africa, Central America, South America, and Southeast... (more)   $56
 
17584. OIL PRICES. This paper analyzes how oil prices are related to the law of supply and demand. While the law of supply and demand says that higher prices will decrease demand for a particular commodity and create... (more)   $49
 
17581. MARINE WHALE SANCTUARIES. This paper provides an overview and analysis of marine whale sanctuaries. Following a background discussion of the whale sanctuaries and how they work, the arguments for (mounted by... (more)   $56
 
17485. BOOK REVIEW: THE MAKING OF GREEN KNOWLEDGE BY ANDREW JAMISON. This paper provides a largely favorable review of Jamison’s thorough and insightful examination of the environmental movement’s last thirty years. Considers Jamison’s point of view, his central... (more)   $35
 
17460. URBAN FUTURES: TRANSPORTATION IN AN ERA OF FUEL SHORTAGES. This paper addresses how alternative transportation services and use systems might be structured in cities in the future after diminished fuel reserves and soaring fuel costs render reliance on... (more)   $84
 
17410. NATIONAL PARKS AND LAND MANAGEMENT. This paper provides an overview and analysis of America’s national parks and their system of land management and nature conservation. The paper traces the history the parks system from the founding... (more)   $105
 
17372. THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS PROTECTED AREA: AN ASSESSMENT. This report provides an assessment of the Galapagos Island protected area. Following an overview of the ecology of the Galapagos and its status as a site of global scientific significance, the report... (more)   $105
 
17349. DEALING WITH THE IMPACT OF THUNDERSTORMS AND LIGHTNING. This short study provides a descriptive overview of the natural processes involved in causing thunderstorms and lightning strikes and then focuses on the human activities that can help people deal... (more)   $70
 
17186. EVOLUTION OF CLIMATE CHANGE REPORT CONTENT AND PRESENTATION STYLE. Taking the perspective of a climate change policy maker, this paper provides a critical commentary on the evolution of the presentation style and content of climate change science from the time of the... (more)   $84
 
17178. PORTUGUESE SOLID WASTE RECYCLING: MARKET ENTRY STRATEGY. Taking the perspective of an American firm considering investment prospects in Portugal, this paper presents a S.W.O.T. (Strengths-Weaknesses-Opportunities-Threats) analysis of Portugal. Part 1... (more)   $84
 
17161. GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS) FOR DECISION MAKING. This paper investigates and discusses the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for decision-making applications in the real world, including real estate development planning, agricultural... (more)   $91
 
17115. THE GREEN PARTY OF THE UNITED STATES. Traces the history, ideology and politics of the Green Party of the United States. Examines the Green Party's role as “spoiler” in the 2000 Presidential election and the 2002 mid-term elections. ... (more)   $84
 
17112. DISEASE AND DEMOGRAPHY: WEST NILE VIRUS AND MALARIA IN THE U.S. This paper provides an anthropological overview of the arrival of West Nile Virus (WNV) and malaria in the United States, focusing on the Washington, D.C. area. The analysis describes the facts... (more)   $63
 
17054. THE PROBLEM OF OVER-FISHING IN DEEP-SEA FISHERIES. This paper provides an economic analysis of the problem of over-fishing and attributes it to unlimited competition for a limited “common property” resources. Past efforts at regulation are noted, and... (more)   $49
 
17016. ANIMAL CAMOUFLAGE. This paper looks at the ways different animals disguise themselves to either hide from predators or to capture prey. Types of coloration, physiological mechanisms, and the importance of remaining... (more)   $42
 
15926. COMPUTERS AND THE SCIENCE OF WEATHER FORECASTING. This paper describes how forecasts are made and how the use of computer models has developed over the years. Although computer-based forecasting has become increasingly sophisticated and accurate,... (more)   $70
 
15881. A RESPONSE TO LYNN WHITE'S 1967 ARTICLE, "THE HISTORICAL ROOTS OF OUR ECOLOGICAL CRISIS." This paper presents a critique of White’s article which argues that today’s ecological problems are largely due the Judeo-Christian world view. This paper agrees with some of his points, but... (more)   $42
 
15869. LETTER TO THE SEVENTH GENERATION. This paper is constructed as a letter to the people of the year 2141, apologizing for the environmental mess left behind by the present generation. The causes of the environmental problems are... (more)   $35
 
15864. U.S. POLICY ON GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS. This paper explores U.S. policies on greenhouse gas emissions. It is noted that industrial and corporate interests may have influenced the Bush Administration to reject the international agreement... (more)   $91
 
15844. THEODORE ROOSEVELT AND THE AMERICAN CONSERVATION MOVEMENT. This paper concerns the conservation efforts made by Theodore Roosevelt throughout his life and during his time as president. Although some of his efforts failed as a result of controversies, he made... (more)   $98
 
15837. "REAL PRICE OF GAS." This paper presents a summary and a discussion of a report that was posted on the Website of the International Center for Technology Assessment. The report is concerned with the hidden, indirect... (more)   $42
 
15833. THE SACRED RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN JUDAISM AND NATURE. This paper addresses the misconception that Judaism is somehow responsible for the environmental problems that exist today. Demonstrates that despite the fact that rabbis once tried to distance the... (more)   $77
 
15811. DEALING WITH THE PROBLEMS OF TRASH DISPOSAL AND THE OVERUSE OF LANDFILLS. Written in the first person, this paper considers various ideas for helping with the trash disposal problem, emphasizing the importance of the "3 Rs" (recycling, reusing and reducing). Includes... (more)   $42
 
15788. THE CHEETAH: FAST, AND ENDANGERED. This paper provides a brief profile of the current status of the world's cheetah population. Describes the great cats' current habitat, range, and total numbers; outlines their status as a threatened... (more)   $35
 
15712. BIOTERRORISM: BIOLOGICAL TERRORISM: ANTHRAX, SMALLPOX & MORE. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the threat and reality of biological terrorism and/or biological warfare in 21st Century, post-September 11th America (2001. The first part of the... (more)   $105
 
15697. ISRAEL'S WATER CRISIS AND ITS CONTRIBUTION TO REGIONAL CONFLICT. This paper provides a sociological perspective on Israel's current water crisis, examining the scope of the problem and focusing on the effect of Israel's water problem on it relations with Arab... (more)   $112
 
15654. THE PROBLEM OF HUNGER IN ZIMBABWE. This paper reports on the progress (or lack thereof) made by Zimbabwe since the 1996 World Food Summit in the eradication of hunger; identifies the major obstacles an difficulties Zimbabwe faces in... (more)   $119
 
15633. MARKETING ENVIRONMENTAL CLEAN-UP TO CHINA. This paper presents a market assessment/risk analysis and recommendation for the proposed Chinese market entry of a U.S.-based environmental firm, which markets pollution control products and... (more)   $133
 
15630. WIND POWER: TODAY'S MOST PROMISING RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCE. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the current state and future potential of wind power as a source of energy throughout the world, with particular focus on the use of wind power in the... (more)   $126
 
15546. CONTROVERSY OVER THE USE OF WATER IN THE KLAMATH RIVER BASIN. This paper discusses the controversy over whether limited water resources in southwest Oregon should be used for irrigation of farmland or to protect endangered fish species. The diversion of water... (more)   $70
 
15515. STATISTICAL DATA AND THE "ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE" CONTROVERSY. Discusses the hypothesis that low-income people and minorities are more likely to reside in areas that pose environmental risks. It is argued that the studies opposing this hypothesis are flawed and... (more)   $42
 
15480. GLOBAL WARMING IN THE 21ST CENTURY: OUTLOOK AND POLICY RESPONSE. This research paper provides an overview and analysis of the global warming problem as it is understood at the beginning of the 21st century. The paper begins with a definition and history of global... (more)   $133
 
15478. THE NICARAGUAN DRY CANAL PROPOSAL. Within the framework of a comparative analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of the Panama Canal, this paper provides an overview and analysis of the proposed Nicaraguan "dry canal" project,... (more)   $126
 
15477. LONG TERM ECOLOGICAL EFFECTS OF THE EXXON VALDEZ OIL SPILL. This term paper provides an overview and analysis of the long-term impact of the Exxon Valdez oil spill on the ecology of Prince William Sound and the surrounding EVOS area. This essay focuses on... (more)   $98
 
15447. ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE AND THE HAZARDOUS WASTE TRADE. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the problem of trade in hazardous waste between industrialized nations and less developed countries. The analysis examines the Basel Convention through... (more)   $112
 
15436. THE CALIFORNIA ENERGY CRISIS. Provides an overview and analysis of the California energy crisis. Considers the principal causes of the crisis, including botched deregulation, supply scarcity, market power of energy suppliers,... (more)   $133
 
15434. BAY AREA TRAFFIC CONGESTION: THE PROBLEM AND POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS. This investigation looks at the problem of traffic congestion in the San Francisco Bay Area and then considers possible solutions to address the gridlock problem. The first section provides an... (more)   $133
 
15210. EARTHQUAKES IN THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA. Includes discussions of the geologic conditions that cause a risk in the area, the need for preparedness on both the household and community levels, and the problems in implementing retrofitting... (more)   $77
 
15203. A SAND COUNTY ALMANAC (ALDO LEOPOLD). Leopold made an important contribution to the philosophy of the environmental movement with his views on the interconnectedness of nature. According to this view, humans are a part of the "community"... (more)   $49
 
15197. RADIOACTIVE WASTE DUMPSITES ON NATIVE AMERICAN RESERVATIONS. Some tribal leaders have invited the placement of dumpsites on their reservations in order to boost the local economy; however, there are others who argue against this practice on the basis of... (more)   $42
 
15162. THE "ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE PARADIGM." This paper discusses D.E. Taylor's paradigm, which is based on the 17 principles of the 1991 First National People of Color Environmental Leadership Summit. It is argued that the main problem with the... (more)   $42
 
15158. THE CONTROVERSY OVER WHALE SLAUGHTER. Discusses the arguments against the killing of whales (including claims that it is cruel and unnecessary, and that whales are an endangered species) and the arguments in favor of allowing it (which... (more)   $49
 
15141. FAMINE: CAUSES AND CURES. Provides an analysis of the causes of famine, looking at the two main types of hunger found in the modern era: 1) extreme but temporary famines; and 2) chronic hunger and undernourishment. Sen's... (more)   $91
 
15126. BIOETHICS AND BIOTECHNOLOGY. Explores the ethical and social problems involved in the exploitation of flora and fauna for medicine, foodstuffs and other products. Argues that biotechnology is motivated to protect rain forests and... (more)   $42
 
15101. THE ETHICS OF BIOTECHNOLOGY DEVELOPED FROM NATURE. This paper explores the ethical problems of biotechnology and use of natural resources, mainly in less developed nations, by scientists and business of the developed world. Among the issues reviewed... (more)   $42
 
15071. POPULATION AND THE FUTURE OF THE PLANET. This essay explores the larger patterns of the past 300-400 years of global ecological history to assess the relative virtue of pessimistic/Malthusian and optimistic/Boserupian prospects for the... (more)   $98
 
15053. THE STRUGGLE OVER THE ZERO EMISSIONS VEHICLE MANDATE. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the controversy over the zero emissions vehicles plan. The history of the ZEV mandate and the rationale for its implementation are discussed. The... (more)   $84
 
15034. GLOBAL WARMING AND INDUSTRIALIZATION. Discusses the scientific evidence that there is a link between industrial pollution and the "greenhouse effect," as well as the controversy over the extent of the seriousness of the problem. 12 pages,... (more)   $84
 
15006. THE OZONE HOLE IN THE ANTARCTIC. A discussion of how the annual depletion of the ozone layer is caused by pollutants and greenhouse gasses. Also covers the threat to the ecosystem, international efforts to deal with the problem, and... (more)   $70
 
14226. THE ELECTRIC UTILITY INDUSTRY IN 1992 CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis and a case solution to a case study on the U.S. electric utility industry in 1992, a time when the U.S. Electric Utility Industry was plagued by sub-par profitability,... (more)   $42
 
14220. ARMCO STEEL CORPORATION CASE STUDY. This paper provides a case solution and analysis of a crisis management case study on Armco Steel. Armco Steel Corporation, a multinational company and America’s third largest steel manufacturer, is... (more)   $35
 
14090. ARCTIC AND ALPINE ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS ON VASCULAR PLANTS. This term paper discusses the growth and development characteristics of arctic and alpine plant species in respect to the effect of these extreme environments, which similarly affect plant survival... (more)   $49
 
14052. THE COLORADO RIVER. This paper describes the physical terrain of the river and discusses its role in the development of the Southwest United States. Concerns regarding the possible depletion of the river's water supply,... (more)   $119
 
14041. THE FLORIDA MANATEE. This termpaper provides an overview and analysis of the Florida manatee (West Indian manatee, Trichechus manatus). The research paper begins with a description of the manatee (its scientific... (more)   $133
 
14022. GLOBAL WARMING SINCE THE 1990 GREENPEACE REPORT & UN IPCC. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the current “state of the debate” on global warming. The starting point for the analysis is the 1990 Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report... (more)   $133
 
13985. SILENT SPRING BY RACHEL CARSON. Examines Rachel Carson’s book and message from three viewpoints: biographical (the factors that caused her to write it), Carson’s (her thesis on the dangers of uncontrolled pesticide use), and... (more)   $70
 
13966. 20TH CENTURY NORTH ATLANTIC HURRICANES. This term paper presents an overview and analysis of hurricanes (focusing primarily on North Atlantic hurricanes impacting the United States) in the 20th century. The first section of the paper... (more)   $133
 
13954. ZERO EMISSIONS VEHICLES. With a focus on Southern California transportation planning, this termpaper provides an analysis of zero emissions vehicles (ZEV). The research paper focuses on the existing ZEV technology—the... (more)   $133
 
13910. HAZARDOUS WASTES: DISPOSAL AND REGULATION. The paper provides an overview of America's hazardous waste disposal problems. Explains the scope of the hazardous waste problem and examines the problems in current waste disposal methods and... (more)   $42
 
13747. THE POTENTIAL FOR A HYDROGEN-FUELED AIRCRAFT INDUSTRY. Explores the unique potential and daunting technical and safety problems with the use of hydrogen fuels for future aircraft development. Assesses the relative merits of hydrogen fuels, evaluates the... (more)   $70
 
13558. CROWDING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL STRESS. Drawing on the environmental psychology literature, this report presents an overview and analysis of the effects of crowding on the human psychological stress and behavior. Includes a review of the... (more)   $133
 
13550. CLIMATE CHANGE AND HEALTH EFFECTS. This research paper provides an overview and analysis of the potential effects on human health occurring as a result of climate change. The first section of the paper offers a brief discussion of... (more)   $133
 
13546. GLOBAL WARMING: EFFECTS ON HEALTH AND HEALTH CARE IN THE TROPICS. This paper provides an overview and assessment of how global warming and climate change will impact the health of people in the tropics and the delivery of health care services in the tropics. The... (more)   $119
 
13479. BEACHES OF THE EAST (ATLANTIC) AND SOUTHWEST FLORIDA COASTS. This paper presents a survey of the ecology of barrier beaches along the U.S. Atlantic coast with a brief comparison to beaches found along the southwest Florida coast. Considers geology, current and... (more)   $84
 
13478. CONSIDERATION OF CHAOS THEORY IN THE STUDY AND FORECASTING OF EL NIÑO EVENTS. Following a definition of El Nino and a discussion of climate modeling, this report presents an overview of the applications of chaos theory (a theory originally associated most closely with... (more)   $77
 
13254. EL NINO. This paper provides an overview and analysis of El Nino and its influence on global climate patterns. The investigation includes a definition of El Nino and its position within the El Nino-Southern... (more)   $119
 
13252. OPEN-ACCESS FISHERIES. Discusses the problems of overfishing and sustainability and argues for a flexible approach to implementing corrective measures. Also discusses the need for both international efforts and cooperation... (more)   $77
 
13182. THE PSYCHOLOGY OF SOUND. Comprehensive study of the psychology of sound, reviewing the basic physiology of hearing and the structural causes of auditory effects. Phonological blocking, masking and loudness contour effects... (more)   $133
 
13098. THE BRAER OIL TANKER SPILL (1993). How the public, local government and international community responded to this crisis near the Shetland Islands. Focuses on the defensive stance taken by the ship management company in dealing with... (more)   $112
 
13097. BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRISIS: THE CASE OF THE AMOCO CADIZ. The paper provides a summary of the wreck of the oil tanker Amoco Cadiz off the coast of Brittany, France in March 1978. By analyzing the background and overview of the company, the environmental... (more)   $119
 
13068. KOALAS AS A POTENTIALLY ENDANGERED SPECIES. This paper provides a scientific description of the koala and then argues that the species is vulnerable because of such problems as destruction of natural habitat, stress and disease, and a slow... (more)   $98
 
13060. THE ECOLOGY OF THE GRAND CANYON IN RELATION TO THE COLORADO RIVER FLOW REGIME. Discussion and analysis of the environmental forces governing the plan and animal life forms of the Grand Canyon with emphasis on the relationship to the Colorado River flow in both the pre- and... (more)   $133
 
13015. SPORT FISHING IN LOUISIANA. Describes the popularity of this activity in the state, as well as the many varieties of saltwater and freshwater fish that are available there. Includes a discussion of catfish, and notes recent... (more)   $77
 
12737. BEACHES OF THE EAST (ATLANTIC) AND SOUTHWEST FLORIDA COASTS. Compares the physical features (age, sand, dunes, sandbars, intertidal features, associated ecosystems), vegetation, birds and other animals (aquatic and terrestrial) of the barrier beaches along the... (more)   $112
 
12588. COASTAL EROSION AND PUBLIC POLICY. Considers the environmental and long-term economic impact of population settlement (permanent and vacation-development) along the barrier beaches of the Atlantic Coast. Concludes that the only long... (more)   $49
 
12581. SWINE OPERATIONS AND POLLUTIONS. Threat to environment and health due to waste disposal problems of large-scale pork farms. Includes such topics as the spills in North Carolina, the threat of Pfiesteria, and recent efforts to deal... (more)   $35
 
12574. THE K-T BOUNDARY EVENT AND MASS EXTINCTION. Provides an overview and analysis of the K-T boundary event, focusing on recent evidence which helps to clarify the cause(s) of the K-T mass extinctions. While the bulk of the analysis focuses on the... (more)   $133
 
12512. WHAT'S WRONG WITH OUR SPERM? Analysis of 1996 Time magazine article reporting on recent declining sperm counts in men. Discusses the implications of this finding, and the search for its cause and possible solutions. Also... (more)   $42
 
12400. COMMERCIAL ONLINE SERVICES: AMERICAN ONLINE (AOL) VERSUS THE MICROSOFT NETWORK (MSN). A marketing analysis of the number one and number three commercial online service/Internet service providers. Provides a comparative assessment and analysis of each firms' marketing objectives,... (more)   $133
 
12282. FREE TRADE AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: INCOMPATIBLE OBJECTIVES. Considers the statement that the objectives of free trade and sustainable development are fundamentally incompatible in the context of European Union external trade policy. Argues that the EU, along... (more)   $70
 
12281. CATFISH FARMING. The economic geographic of catfish aquaculture is examined. Warm climate, water supply and cheap labor are found to be the reasons the industry is concentrated in the Mississippi Delta Region. 5... (more)   $35
 
12279. POPULATION AND GOVERNMENT. Review of 1968 article "The Tragedy of the Commons" by biologist Garrett Hardin; philosophical arguments for a government role in population control, pollution and public safety are drawn from Hobbes,... (more)   $35
 
12181. EXPORTING U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY TO CHILE. This paper presents a proposal for exporting U.S. environmental technology to Chile. Includes a general overview of the rationale for export, a review of Chilean market conditions, a review of the... (more)   $133
 
12079. ANIMAL RIGHTS AND HUNTING. Argues that killing animals by hunting is immoral because it is cruel, unnecessary and selfish. Includes a discussion of the fallacies in the arguments of Kathleen Marquardt, a writer who favors... (more)   $63
 
12071. WATER POLLUTION. Overview of the subject, including hazards to health, dangers to the world's ecosystem, types of water pollution, and the ways in which surface water, groundwater and oceans are affected. Also... (more)   $84
 
12069. THE POLITICS OF GLOBAL WARMING. Examines the interaction of science and politics as illustrated through the current global warming controversy. Using global climate change as an example, and focusing on the political debate within... (more)   $77
 
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