One of the most important things is the environment we live in. ISO certification ensures that there is no harm caused to the trees, soil, air and water.
Restore Ubin Mangroves (R.U.M.) Initiative pamphlet (English)Ria Tan
This document discusses ecological mangrove restoration (EMR) and the Restore Ubin Mangroves (RUM) initiative. EMR focuses on restoring suitable site conditions for natural mangrove regeneration rather than manual planting. The 6-step EMR process involves understanding mangrove ecology and hydrology, assessing barriers to natural establishment, selecting restoration sites, designing sites to restore hydrology, and supplemental planting if needed. RUM aims to restore abandoned aquaculture ponds in Pulau Ubin, Singapore through regular cleanups, biodiversity surveys, elevation and tidal mapping, and involving groups like NUS and nature societies.
The document discusses WWF's 2009 campaign to raise awareness of environmental issues by portraying forests as the "Lungs of the Earth". The campaign aimed to educate people in rich countries about the effects of deforestation such as soil erosion, disrupted water cycles, loss of biodiversity, and climate change. It analyzes whether the campaign's portrayal of forests as lungs is like an anti-smoking campaign, and hopes to inform people of the severity of deforestation's consequences without taking a drastic approach.
Patterns of environment variation in speciesAnand Charvin
Variation in diversity patterns during succession in plants communities are due to the effects of selection on life history strategies under natural disturbances to plant community.
This presentation deals with the same.
Deforestation is the removal or destruction of forest cover or vegetation from an area, which threatens the economy, quality of life, and environment. It is caused by agricultural practices, development projects, fuel and raw material needs, floods, fires, overgrazing, mining, and urbanization. The impacts of deforestation include reduced habitat for wildlife, atmospheric imbalance, soil erosion, floods, silted rivers, reduced soil fertility, and desertification.
This document discusses strategies for smallholder farmers in Ethiopia to adapt to climate change, including using compost and a system of crop intensification (SCI). It finds that applying compost to fields increases yields, improves soil quality by holding moisture longer and reducing erosion. Applying compost also helps crops adapt to increased droughts and heavy rains from climate change. SCI practices like transplanting young seedlings at lower densities with more spacing also helps crops adapt by using water and nutrients more efficiently. The document concludes these sustainable agriculture practices can help increase food production while also sequestering carbon to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
This document outlines several environmental problems, their causes, and effects. It discusses issues like global warming caused by gas emissions from industries and urban activities, pollution of water resources from waste disposal and urban runoff, and depletion of natural resources and pollution of air and water from burning fossil fuels and intensive agriculture. Solutions proposed include using alternative and renewable energies, controlling urban sprawl and overpopulation, and responsible use of technologies like genetic engineering.
April 6th Presentation: Greenbelt Forest StewardsCHEARS
Here are the key things to assess regarding exposure:
- Sunlight - Note direction of sun exposure and hours of direct sun. This will help determine shade-loving vs. sun-loving plants.
- Wind - Assess prevailing wind directions and speeds. Strong winds may require wind tolerant species.
- Microclimates - Note any areas that receive more/less sun or rain due to structures or landforms. These microclimates allow for more plant diversity.
- Frost pockets - Low-lying areas prone to frost should be avoided for frost-sensitive plants.
Documenting exposure will help select plants adapted to the specific sun/shade, wind and temperature conditions on your site. This improves plant health
Restore Ubin Mangroves (R.U.M.) Initiative pamphlet (English)Ria Tan
This document discusses ecological mangrove restoration (EMR) and the Restore Ubin Mangroves (RUM) initiative. EMR focuses on restoring suitable site conditions for natural mangrove regeneration rather than manual planting. The 6-step EMR process involves understanding mangrove ecology and hydrology, assessing barriers to natural establishment, selecting restoration sites, designing sites to restore hydrology, and supplemental planting if needed. RUM aims to restore abandoned aquaculture ponds in Pulau Ubin, Singapore through regular cleanups, biodiversity surveys, elevation and tidal mapping, and involving groups like NUS and nature societies.
The document discusses WWF's 2009 campaign to raise awareness of environmental issues by portraying forests as the "Lungs of the Earth". The campaign aimed to educate people in rich countries about the effects of deforestation such as soil erosion, disrupted water cycles, loss of biodiversity, and climate change. It analyzes whether the campaign's portrayal of forests as lungs is like an anti-smoking campaign, and hopes to inform people of the severity of deforestation's consequences without taking a drastic approach.
Patterns of environment variation in speciesAnand Charvin
Variation in diversity patterns during succession in plants communities are due to the effects of selection on life history strategies under natural disturbances to plant community.
This presentation deals with the same.
Deforestation is the removal or destruction of forest cover or vegetation from an area, which threatens the economy, quality of life, and environment. It is caused by agricultural practices, development projects, fuel and raw material needs, floods, fires, overgrazing, mining, and urbanization. The impacts of deforestation include reduced habitat for wildlife, atmospheric imbalance, soil erosion, floods, silted rivers, reduced soil fertility, and desertification.
This document discusses strategies for smallholder farmers in Ethiopia to adapt to climate change, including using compost and a system of crop intensification (SCI). It finds that applying compost to fields increases yields, improves soil quality by holding moisture longer and reducing erosion. Applying compost also helps crops adapt to increased droughts and heavy rains from climate change. SCI practices like transplanting young seedlings at lower densities with more spacing also helps crops adapt by using water and nutrients more efficiently. The document concludes these sustainable agriculture practices can help increase food production while also sequestering carbon to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
This document outlines several environmental problems, their causes, and effects. It discusses issues like global warming caused by gas emissions from industries and urban activities, pollution of water resources from waste disposal and urban runoff, and depletion of natural resources and pollution of air and water from burning fossil fuels and intensive agriculture. Solutions proposed include using alternative and renewable energies, controlling urban sprawl and overpopulation, and responsible use of technologies like genetic engineering.
April 6th Presentation: Greenbelt Forest StewardsCHEARS
Here are the key things to assess regarding exposure:
- Sunlight - Note direction of sun exposure and hours of direct sun. This will help determine shade-loving vs. sun-loving plants.
- Wind - Assess prevailing wind directions and speeds. Strong winds may require wind tolerant species.
- Microclimates - Note any areas that receive more/less sun or rain due to structures or landforms. These microclimates allow for more plant diversity.
- Frost pockets - Low-lying areas prone to frost should be avoided for frost-sensitive plants.
Documenting exposure will help select plants adapted to the specific sun/shade, wind and temperature conditions on your site. This improves plant health
The document discusses various issues impacting the state of the environment in Australia including erosion, salinity, land clearing, over irrigation, pests, introduced marine species, loss of river flow, soil acidity, vegetation loss, greenhouse gas emissions, habitat modification and biodiversity loss. Potential solutions are provided for some issues such as planting vegetation to reduce erosion, restricting land clearing and improving drainage to address salinity, and treating ballast water to limit introduced marine species.
The document discusses the issue of invasive species in the Great Lakes ecosystem. Over 190 alien species have been introduced in the lakes, with a new introduction every 6 months. These invasive species threaten native species by outcompeting them, changing the ecosystem and reducing biodiversity. Zebra mussels were first sighted in 1988 and have affected nearshore water quality. Quagga mussels can tolerate deeper, colder waters. Other invasive species include round gobies, water milfoil, and rusty crayfish. Invasive plants such as common reed, spotted knapweed and giant hogweed are also taking over beaches and wetlands. Climate change and lower lake levels are additional pressures. Local grassroots efforts are advocated to
Acid rain is caused by sulfur, nitrogen and carbon combining with water molecules in clouds and falling to Earth's surface as acids, damaging forests, rivers, soils, aquatic life, buildings, and human health by destroying animal habitats, especially those of fish.
The document discusses principles for sustainable landscape design that are plantwise, waterwise, and firewise. It notes that traditional landscapes provided ecosystem services but relied on unlimited resources. As climate change causes increases in temperature and carbon dioxide, the implications for agriculture and horticulture include greater selection for invasive species. The document advocates for a new landscape matrix that preserves regulating, provisioning, and cultural ecosystem services by following soilwise, waterwise, resourcewise, plantwise, peoplewise, and firewise principles.
This document discusses various ecosystems and factors responsible for their degradation, as well as strategies for restoration. It covers farmlands, forests, freshwater, grasslands/shrublands/savannahs, mountains, oceans/coasts, peatlands, and urban areas. For climate change, it recommends alternative energy and vegetarianism. Regarding the carbon footprint of the digital age, it suggests 5G networks can harm health while deleting emails can reduce emissions. For fast fashion and microplastic accumulation, it advocates sustainable fashion and recycling.
1) The Gulf Stream circulation system brings warm water northward, acting as an ocean heat pump for northern Atlantic regions. Disruption of this system could cool those regions by 3-5 degrees Celsius.
2) El Niño events have economic and ecological impacts and have been occurring more frequently since the 1970s, possibly due to human-caused climate change. They cause fish to move deeper and result in mass starvation of sea birds.
3) Rising ocean temperatures cause coral bleaching where corals expel symbiotic algae, losing most of their food supply. This often results in coral death and replacement by macro algae. Temperature increases especially threaten Arctic ecosystems.
Climate change refers to changes in global climate patterns attributed to human activities such as releasing industrial wastes and improper chemical use that alter the atmosphere. This affects both wildlife like fish, reptiles, birds, mammals and amphibians as well as natural resources through deforestation and erosion. Individuals can help address climate change by saving energy, recycling, using ecological bags, and riding bikes to reduce their environmental impact.
Freshwater ecosystems are particularly vulnerable to climate change. Temperature changes can influence freshwater ecosystems in many ways, affecting entire food webs as organisms and their prey and predators all have preferred temperature ranges. As temperatures increase, organisms may migrate upstream or deeper in search of cooler temperatures, but this decreases available habitat. With less habitat, populations decline as organisms don't reproduce as much. For organisms unable to migrate, increased temperatures cause higher metabolism and food demands, as well as changes to sex ratios, increased toxin uptake, and effects like eutrophication. Warmer temperatures also reduce water levels in streams and lakes through greater evaporation and plant water uptake.
The document discusses issues related to global water supplies and how climate change may impact availability and access to freshwater. It notes that most available freshwater comes from groundwater aquifers and surface water sources like rivers and lakes. Climate change could impact precipitation patterns and amounts, increasing demand for water while reducing supplies in some areas. This may exacerbate existing problems like overpumping of groundwater causing saltwater intrusion or land subsidence. Reduced snowpack and earlier snowmelt also threaten to diminish surface water supplies in many regions. Adapting to and mitigating these impacts, such as through improved infrastructure and water conservation, will be an important challenge.
This document discusses environmental problems and their solutions in a few brief sections. It covers overpopulation, contamination, issues with the ozone layer and greenhouse effect, loss of biodiversity, secondary problems caused by other issues, and potential solutions to address environmental concerns.
Multipurpose trees are defined as woody perennials that are purposefully grown to provide more than one significant contribution to production and service functions of a land-use system. They provide food, fodder, timber, nitrogen fixation, soil erosion reduction, increased percolation, and extraction of heavy metals. Some multipurpose trees known to accumulate nutrients from precipitation or litter include Faidherbia albida in West Africa, Prosopis cineraria in Rajasthan, and Pinus caribea in Savanna. Multipurpose trees improve soil fertility, nutrient recycling, soil conservation, weed control, microclimate, and can help reclaim degraded lands through agroforestry.
This document discusses key concepts in ecology including ecosystems, ecological succession, biodiversity, threats to the environment, and approaches to environmental protection. It defines ecosystems as dynamic interactions between organisms and their environment. Biodiversity is declining due to threats like habitat loss, pollution, and climate change. The document advocates for sustainable development, conservation of biodiversity hotspots, and restoration ecology to protect the environment for future generations.
Pollution power point (aron viii b 2013 14)Arongeo
This document discusses different types of pollution including water pollution, air pollution, and global warming. Water pollution occurs when harmful chemicals are discharged into bodies of water without treatment, damaging plants and organisms. Air pollution introduces chemicals and particles into the atmosphere that can harm humans, plants, and the environment. Global warming is the rising average temperature of the Earth caused by greenhouse gas emissions, posing a threat to both human health and ecosystems. The greenhouse effect describes how greenhouse gases in the atmosphere absorb and re-radiate thermal energy from the Earth's surface back towards it, increasing temperatures.
Farm Business Update 2014: Lavenham, Environment AgencyCLA - East
The document discusses the Water Framework Directive and the Catchment Based Approach being used in the local area. It provides background on the Water Framework Directive, including its objectives to improve water quality by 2027. It then discusses key pressures in the local Stour catchment, such as physical modifications, pesticides, phosphate, sediment, and nitrate. Finally, it outlines how farmers can help implement improvements through supporting the Catchment Based Approach, getting involved in partnerships, and sustainably managing their land and resources.
Deforestation refers to the clearing of forests to make land available for human use such as agriculture, housing, and industry. This leads to serious threats including increased soil erosion, more frequent floods and droughts, loss of plant and animal species, and a warmer climate in deforested areas. Deforestation is caused by factors like population growth, extraction of wood for fuel and construction, agricultural expansion, fires, pests, and dams. Reforestation programs in India aim to reduce pressure on forests by promoting social forestry, agroforestry, urban forestry, and protected forest reserves.
A presentation on impact of human activities on weather and climateVasu Malhotra
This document is a report by students in New Delhi analyzing changes to weather and climatic conditions in nearby areas and the human factors responsible. It discusses how human activities like changed lifestyles, deforestation, agriculture, energy production and waste generation are contributing to climate change by releasing greenhouse gases and modifying the environment. The impacts of climate change include rising sea levels, worsening health issues, more severe droughts and melting ice sheets. The report urges actions like preserving forests, transitioning to renewable energy and obtaining a global climate deal to address this urgent problem.
Ecological balance,imbalance,Environment issues related to ecological imbalance,,Gaia Theory,Chaos Theory,Acid rain,Green house effect,Maintain Ecological Balance.
Nature and health effects of environmental issuesBevvyBarbas
The document summarizes a lesson plan about environmental issues. The lesson aims to have students identify health effects of an environmental issue through an activity, enjoy a discussion through a play, and value nature through an oral presentation. It provides definitions and explanations of key terms related to environmental pollution, degradation, and conservation. Examples of environmental issues covered include littering, deforestation, oil spills, climate change, and more. The document concludes with a quiz to assess student understanding.
Rapid urbanization is a threat to bio-diversitysonu kumar
Urbanization leads to the conversion of agricultural land for developments and real estate. It also causes improper handling of wastes through practices like open burning and dumping in water bodies. This pollutes water sources and leads to issues like soil contamination. Additional effects of urbanization include increased climate change impacts like flooding, water logging and rises in temperature. Rapid urbanization also causes conflicts between animals and humans due to loss of habitats, depletion of resources, and increased human activity in natural areas.
Taking informed action to preserve the commons in the environmentPetko Bossakov
The document discusses the case of ski lifts on Vitosha Mountain in Bulgaria. It describes how the mountain was originally enjoyed freely by the local community. Ski lifts were later built by the city but privatized in 2007. The private company doubled prices and refused maintenance unless allowed to expand. In 2012, the government quietly passed a law to allow this expansion. Thousands protested within hours, organized on Facebook and word-of-mouth. The President vetoed the law in response to continued daily protests. The community successfully defended the mountain as a common good.
Conservation and Preservation of enviromentExcoolsive
Environmental conservation involves protecting and nurturing the natural environment through actions such as preserving ecosystems, maintaining natural resources, and reducing pollution. It includes protecting trees and other plant life, which help regulate climate, improve air and water quality, and prevent soil erosion, while being mindful of sustainably managing these resources when necessary uses require cutting trees.
This document discusses the benefits of increasing cycling in Horsham, including better use of limited space, boosting local business and trade, meeting the needs of employers and employees, widening economic participation, reducing traffic congestion, and significant health benefits. However, it notes that in order to realize these benefits and increase cycling rates, safety conditions must be improved as cars are getting bigger and roads busier, increasing the risks to cyclists. Without addressing safety issues, any rise in cycling will likely be accompanied by a larger rise in casualties from accidents. The new housing developments provide an opportunity to build improved cycling infrastructure and safer conditions.
The document discusses various issues impacting the state of the environment in Australia including erosion, salinity, land clearing, over irrigation, pests, introduced marine species, loss of river flow, soil acidity, vegetation loss, greenhouse gas emissions, habitat modification and biodiversity loss. Potential solutions are provided for some issues such as planting vegetation to reduce erosion, restricting land clearing and improving drainage to address salinity, and treating ballast water to limit introduced marine species.
The document discusses the issue of invasive species in the Great Lakes ecosystem. Over 190 alien species have been introduced in the lakes, with a new introduction every 6 months. These invasive species threaten native species by outcompeting them, changing the ecosystem and reducing biodiversity. Zebra mussels were first sighted in 1988 and have affected nearshore water quality. Quagga mussels can tolerate deeper, colder waters. Other invasive species include round gobies, water milfoil, and rusty crayfish. Invasive plants such as common reed, spotted knapweed and giant hogweed are also taking over beaches and wetlands. Climate change and lower lake levels are additional pressures. Local grassroots efforts are advocated to
Acid rain is caused by sulfur, nitrogen and carbon combining with water molecules in clouds and falling to Earth's surface as acids, damaging forests, rivers, soils, aquatic life, buildings, and human health by destroying animal habitats, especially those of fish.
The document discusses principles for sustainable landscape design that are plantwise, waterwise, and firewise. It notes that traditional landscapes provided ecosystem services but relied on unlimited resources. As climate change causes increases in temperature and carbon dioxide, the implications for agriculture and horticulture include greater selection for invasive species. The document advocates for a new landscape matrix that preserves regulating, provisioning, and cultural ecosystem services by following soilwise, waterwise, resourcewise, plantwise, peoplewise, and firewise principles.
This document discusses various ecosystems and factors responsible for their degradation, as well as strategies for restoration. It covers farmlands, forests, freshwater, grasslands/shrublands/savannahs, mountains, oceans/coasts, peatlands, and urban areas. For climate change, it recommends alternative energy and vegetarianism. Regarding the carbon footprint of the digital age, it suggests 5G networks can harm health while deleting emails can reduce emissions. For fast fashion and microplastic accumulation, it advocates sustainable fashion and recycling.
1) The Gulf Stream circulation system brings warm water northward, acting as an ocean heat pump for northern Atlantic regions. Disruption of this system could cool those regions by 3-5 degrees Celsius.
2) El Niño events have economic and ecological impacts and have been occurring more frequently since the 1970s, possibly due to human-caused climate change. They cause fish to move deeper and result in mass starvation of sea birds.
3) Rising ocean temperatures cause coral bleaching where corals expel symbiotic algae, losing most of their food supply. This often results in coral death and replacement by macro algae. Temperature increases especially threaten Arctic ecosystems.
Climate change refers to changes in global climate patterns attributed to human activities such as releasing industrial wastes and improper chemical use that alter the atmosphere. This affects both wildlife like fish, reptiles, birds, mammals and amphibians as well as natural resources through deforestation and erosion. Individuals can help address climate change by saving energy, recycling, using ecological bags, and riding bikes to reduce their environmental impact.
Freshwater ecosystems are particularly vulnerable to climate change. Temperature changes can influence freshwater ecosystems in many ways, affecting entire food webs as organisms and their prey and predators all have preferred temperature ranges. As temperatures increase, organisms may migrate upstream or deeper in search of cooler temperatures, but this decreases available habitat. With less habitat, populations decline as organisms don't reproduce as much. For organisms unable to migrate, increased temperatures cause higher metabolism and food demands, as well as changes to sex ratios, increased toxin uptake, and effects like eutrophication. Warmer temperatures also reduce water levels in streams and lakes through greater evaporation and plant water uptake.
The document discusses issues related to global water supplies and how climate change may impact availability and access to freshwater. It notes that most available freshwater comes from groundwater aquifers and surface water sources like rivers and lakes. Climate change could impact precipitation patterns and amounts, increasing demand for water while reducing supplies in some areas. This may exacerbate existing problems like overpumping of groundwater causing saltwater intrusion or land subsidence. Reduced snowpack and earlier snowmelt also threaten to diminish surface water supplies in many regions. Adapting to and mitigating these impacts, such as through improved infrastructure and water conservation, will be an important challenge.
This document discusses environmental problems and their solutions in a few brief sections. It covers overpopulation, contamination, issues with the ozone layer and greenhouse effect, loss of biodiversity, secondary problems caused by other issues, and potential solutions to address environmental concerns.
Multipurpose trees are defined as woody perennials that are purposefully grown to provide more than one significant contribution to production and service functions of a land-use system. They provide food, fodder, timber, nitrogen fixation, soil erosion reduction, increased percolation, and extraction of heavy metals. Some multipurpose trees known to accumulate nutrients from precipitation or litter include Faidherbia albida in West Africa, Prosopis cineraria in Rajasthan, and Pinus caribea in Savanna. Multipurpose trees improve soil fertility, nutrient recycling, soil conservation, weed control, microclimate, and can help reclaim degraded lands through agroforestry.
This document discusses key concepts in ecology including ecosystems, ecological succession, biodiversity, threats to the environment, and approaches to environmental protection. It defines ecosystems as dynamic interactions between organisms and their environment. Biodiversity is declining due to threats like habitat loss, pollution, and climate change. The document advocates for sustainable development, conservation of biodiversity hotspots, and restoration ecology to protect the environment for future generations.
Pollution power point (aron viii b 2013 14)Arongeo
This document discusses different types of pollution including water pollution, air pollution, and global warming. Water pollution occurs when harmful chemicals are discharged into bodies of water without treatment, damaging plants and organisms. Air pollution introduces chemicals and particles into the atmosphere that can harm humans, plants, and the environment. Global warming is the rising average temperature of the Earth caused by greenhouse gas emissions, posing a threat to both human health and ecosystems. The greenhouse effect describes how greenhouse gases in the atmosphere absorb and re-radiate thermal energy from the Earth's surface back towards it, increasing temperatures.
Farm Business Update 2014: Lavenham, Environment AgencyCLA - East
The document discusses the Water Framework Directive and the Catchment Based Approach being used in the local area. It provides background on the Water Framework Directive, including its objectives to improve water quality by 2027. It then discusses key pressures in the local Stour catchment, such as physical modifications, pesticides, phosphate, sediment, and nitrate. Finally, it outlines how farmers can help implement improvements through supporting the Catchment Based Approach, getting involved in partnerships, and sustainably managing their land and resources.
Deforestation refers to the clearing of forests to make land available for human use such as agriculture, housing, and industry. This leads to serious threats including increased soil erosion, more frequent floods and droughts, loss of plant and animal species, and a warmer climate in deforested areas. Deforestation is caused by factors like population growth, extraction of wood for fuel and construction, agricultural expansion, fires, pests, and dams. Reforestation programs in India aim to reduce pressure on forests by promoting social forestry, agroforestry, urban forestry, and protected forest reserves.
A presentation on impact of human activities on weather and climateVasu Malhotra
This document is a report by students in New Delhi analyzing changes to weather and climatic conditions in nearby areas and the human factors responsible. It discusses how human activities like changed lifestyles, deforestation, agriculture, energy production and waste generation are contributing to climate change by releasing greenhouse gases and modifying the environment. The impacts of climate change include rising sea levels, worsening health issues, more severe droughts and melting ice sheets. The report urges actions like preserving forests, transitioning to renewable energy and obtaining a global climate deal to address this urgent problem.
Ecological balance,imbalance,Environment issues related to ecological imbalance,,Gaia Theory,Chaos Theory,Acid rain,Green house effect,Maintain Ecological Balance.
Nature and health effects of environmental issuesBevvyBarbas
The document summarizes a lesson plan about environmental issues. The lesson aims to have students identify health effects of an environmental issue through an activity, enjoy a discussion through a play, and value nature through an oral presentation. It provides definitions and explanations of key terms related to environmental pollution, degradation, and conservation. Examples of environmental issues covered include littering, deforestation, oil spills, climate change, and more. The document concludes with a quiz to assess student understanding.
Rapid urbanization is a threat to bio-diversitysonu kumar
Urbanization leads to the conversion of agricultural land for developments and real estate. It also causes improper handling of wastes through practices like open burning and dumping in water bodies. This pollutes water sources and leads to issues like soil contamination. Additional effects of urbanization include increased climate change impacts like flooding, water logging and rises in temperature. Rapid urbanization also causes conflicts between animals and humans due to loss of habitats, depletion of resources, and increased human activity in natural areas.
Taking informed action to preserve the commons in the environmentPetko Bossakov
The document discusses the case of ski lifts on Vitosha Mountain in Bulgaria. It describes how the mountain was originally enjoyed freely by the local community. Ski lifts were later built by the city but privatized in 2007. The private company doubled prices and refused maintenance unless allowed to expand. In 2012, the government quietly passed a law to allow this expansion. Thousands protested within hours, organized on Facebook and word-of-mouth. The President vetoed the law in response to continued daily protests. The community successfully defended the mountain as a common good.
Conservation and Preservation of enviromentExcoolsive
Environmental conservation involves protecting and nurturing the natural environment through actions such as preserving ecosystems, maintaining natural resources, and reducing pollution. It includes protecting trees and other plant life, which help regulate climate, improve air and water quality, and prevent soil erosion, while being mindful of sustainably managing these resources when necessary uses require cutting trees.
This document discusses the benefits of increasing cycling in Horsham, including better use of limited space, boosting local business and trade, meeting the needs of employers and employees, widening economic participation, reducing traffic congestion, and significant health benefits. However, it notes that in order to realize these benefits and increase cycling rates, safety conditions must be improved as cars are getting bigger and roads busier, increasing the risks to cyclists. Without addressing safety issues, any rise in cycling will likely be accompanied by a larger rise in casualties from accidents. The new housing developments provide an opportunity to build improved cycling infrastructure and safer conditions.
The document discusses the importance of recycling waste to preserve natural resources for future generations. It states that recycling paper, plastics, and other refuse saves millions of trees, oil liters, and kg of CO2 from being introduced to the atmosphere. While everyday actions like reading newspapers and drinking beverages produce pollution, recycling helps reduce this impact. The document also explains that landfills can offer economical waste disposal when located near production sites, but that refuse cannot accumulate indefinitely and must be burned or recycled instead, with only a small portion currently reaching functioning incineration plants.
The document discusses how "zombie-like" behaviors can spread throughout a workplace and reduce employee motivation, productivity, and energy. It identifies characteristics of "Walking Dead" employees, such as demotivation, tiredness, absenteeism, and complaints. Strategies are provided to avoid developing such behaviors, including encouraging communication, recognizing employees, developing trust, and hiring engaged workers. Leaders are advised to monitor for signs of spreading zombie behaviors and implement strategies to re-engage staff.
This document discusses several alternative energy sources including wind energy, hydroelectricity, biofuels, geothermal energy, and solar energy. Wind energy is generated by converting the kinetic energy of wind using wind turbines. Hydroelectricity is generated by storing water in reservoirs and releasing it through turbines. Biofuels like ethanol and biodiesel can replace conventional fuels and are made from biological materials. Geothermal energy uses heat from inside the earth to generate electricity. Solar energy uses photovoltaic cells to convert sunlight into electricity, with solar power becoming more common for household and small-scale use.
The document discusses the need to shift to alternative energy sources as fossil fuels are rapidly depleting. It summarizes that coal reserves will last 200 years, oil 20-30 years, and natural gas 40-70 years. Various alternative energy sources are mentioned that could be developed, including solar, hydro, wind, geothermal, tidal, biomass, and synthetic fuels. India has potential to develop hydro, wind, and solar power further to meet energy demands.
The document discusses various alternative energy sources including renewable sources like solar, wind, hydropower, and biomass as well as non-renewable sources like fossil fuels and nuclear energy. It provides details on different solar energy technologies like solar thermal, photovoltaic, and passive solar. Hydropower harnesses the kinetic energy of moving water through various methods like dams, run-of-river systems, tidal power, and wave power. While fossil fuels and nuclear energy are easier to use, renewable sources are more environmentally friendly and sustainable long-term options.
This document appears to be from a green quiz competition that took place in 2012. It provides the general rules for the preliminary round, which includes 20 multiple choice questions with no negative marking. Only the top 6 teams will qualify for the finals. The questions cover various topics related to the environment like important dates, organizations, policies, terms, and people. The document tests the participants' knowledge of green issues and aims to increase environmental awareness.
This document contains 29 quiz questions about environmental topics, plants and animals. It provides the questions, multiple choice answers, and explanations. The questions cover a wide range of subjects including specific species of plants and animals, environmental policies, treaties, organizations, and prominent environmentalists. The format is designed for a quiz with points awarded for correct answers.
The document discusses various alternative energy sources that can help address issues with fossil fuels like limited supply and environmental impacts. It describes benefits like helping the environment, providing sustainable fuel systems, and improving living conditions. Alternative energy sources covered include nuclear energy, biomass, hydroelectric, wind, solar, tidal, and geothermal energy. The pros and advantages of each source are summarized, such as producing no emissions for solar and wind, and geothermal energy being renewable and unaffected by weather.
The document discusses various sources of energy, including both non-renewable and renewable sources. It focuses on renewable sources such as biomass, hydropower, geothermal, and solar, wind, rain and tidal energy. It describes these renewable sources and how they can be used, highlighting their advantages over non-renewable fossil fuels which are finite and contribute to pollution. The need for alternative energy sources is also outlined due to concerns over fossil fuel depletion and environmental impacts.
Energy and environment quiz 28th feb 2012Anmol Garg
Science Quiz on the theme of Energy and Environment conducted by Mind Ripple for the PDPU SCIENCE FORUM as part of the celebrations of National Science Day, 2012
Fast food or Junk food often contains high amount of fat, sugar, sodium and calories and of less nutritional value. Regular usage of fast food leads to diseases like obesity, liver damage, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancers, etc. and permanently damage your health completely. So it is always better to avoid these unhealthy fast foods for better future. In these slides we have tried to include the disadvantages or the side effects of fast foods as we can possible.
This document discusses fast food and its health risks. It defines fast food as food that can be prepared and served quickly, like burgers, pizza, and fried foods. While these foods may be convenient, they can harm health in the long run by containing high amounts of sodium and fat. This increases risks of obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, and other chronic health issues. The document provides ways to reduce fast food consumption and avoid its risks, such as making it a weekly treat, choosing healthier options like salads when possible, and consuming fresh juices instead of soda.
Trade is much simpler with the certification as it helps businesses to do trade all around the world. This certification is internationally acclaimed giving the business international standards.
Getting the certification helps businesses to tackle all challenges of the modern business. With changes happening everyday, there are certain rules and regulations with arise with market demands.
Help government sectors to trade with the worldDave Gold
ISO accreditation helps the government to achieve the standards to supply goods and services throughout the world. Certification helps the product to be best in quality and with this there is enhanced in import and export of goods and services.
Governments require international accreditation for developing public policy. The national government can now increase their reach giving a benefit to the public by making business internationally.
To do business with various countries there are different names which are to be followed and can result in technical barriers in a lot of different companies.
One of the most important things about getting internationally certified is that the business develops access to new markets all over the world increasing the opportunities of sales.
International accreditation has certain standards which businesses need to follow. These standards make sure that all environmental policies are followed so as to bring minimum harm to the environment all around the world.
Getting the certification helps businesses to tackle all challenges of the modern business. With changes happening everyday, there are certain rules and regulations with arise with market demands. Getting certified will keep you ahead of others not having to take any other legal permission.
Businesses which have ISO certification have better communications with their counterparts. Communication is enhanced as the business is also enhanced tracking the market reach to a great level which has no boundary. In order to handle such a huge market improved communication is very necessary.
Getting the certification helps businesses to tackle all challenges of the modern business. With changes happening everyday, there are certain rules and regulations with arise with market demands.
ISO certification you take your business to a different level. It is now very necessary for all businesses to get the ISO certification. Trade is much simpler with the certification as it helps businesses to do trade all around the world. This certification is internationally acclaimed giving the business international standards. Certification gives the business the legal right to do trade without any hurdles.
Getting the certification helps businesses to tackle all challenges of the modern business. With changes happening everyday, there are certain rules and regulations with arise with market demands. Getting certified will keep you ahead of others not having to take any other legal permission.
The APCO Geopolitical Radar - Q3 2024 The Global Operating Environment for Bu...APCO
The Radar reflects input from APCO’s teams located around the world. It distils a host of interconnected events and trends into insights to inform operational and strategic decisions. Issues covered in this edition include:
Storytelling is an incredibly valuable tool to share data and information. To get the most impact from stories there are a number of key ingredients. These are based on science and human nature. Using these elements in a story you can deliver information impactfully, ensure action and drive change.
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This PowerPoint compilation offers a comprehensive overview of 20 leading innovation management frameworks and methodologies, selected for their broad applicability across various industries and organizational contexts. These frameworks are valuable resources for a wide range of users, including business professionals, educators, and consultants.
Each framework is presented with visually engaging diagrams and templates, ensuring the content is both informative and appealing. While this compilation is thorough, please note that the slides are intended as supplementary resources and may not be sufficient for standalone instructional purposes.
This compilation is ideal for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of innovation management and drive meaningful change within their organization. Whether you aim to improve product development processes, enhance customer experiences, or drive digital transformation, these frameworks offer valuable insights and tools to help you achieve your goals.
INCLUDED FRAMEWORKS/MODELS:
1. Stanford’s Design Thinking
2. IDEO’s Human-Centered Design
3. Strategyzer’s Business Model Innovation
4. Lean Startup Methodology
5. Agile Innovation Framework
6. Doblin’s Ten Types of Innovation
7. McKinsey’s Three Horizons of Growth
8. Customer Journey Map
9. Christensen’s Disruptive Innovation Theory
10. Blue Ocean Strategy
11. Strategyn’s Jobs-To-Be-Done (JTBD) Framework with Job Map
12. Design Sprint Framework
13. The Double Diamond
14. Lean Six Sigma DMAIC
15. TRIZ Problem-Solving Framework
16. Edward de Bono’s Six Thinking Hats
17. Stage-Gate Model
18. Toyota’s Six Steps of Kaizen
19. Microsoft’s Digital Transformation Framework
20. Design for Six Sigma (DFSS)
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This presentation is a curated compilation of PowerPoint diagrams and templates designed to illustrate 20 different digital transformation frameworks and models. These frameworks are based on recent industry trends and best practices, ensuring that the content remains relevant and up-to-date.
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Frameworks/Models included:
Microsoft’s Digital Transformation Framework
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IDC’s Digital Transformation MaturityScape
MIT’s Digital Transformation Framework
Gartner’s Digital Transformation Framework
Accenture’s Digital Strategy & Enterprise Frameworks
Deloitte’s Digital Industrial Transformation Framework
Capgemini’s Digital Transformation Framework
PwC’s Digital Transformation Framework
Cisco’s Digital Transformation Framework
Cognizant’s Digital Transformation Framework
DXC Technology’s Digital Transformation Framework
The BCG Strategy Palette
McKinsey’s Digital Transformation Framework
Digital Transformation Compass
Four Levels of Digital Maturity
Design Thinking Framework
Business Model Canvas
Customer Journey Map
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