Environmental Issues

Though invention and development of genetically modified organisms has remained a center of controversy for long, its assimilation and full application requires a more in-depth evaluation to facilitate holistic address of the current global food problems.  Genetic engineering has come at a time when the globe is facing key threats related to reduced land productivity, increased disasters such as droughts, and most importantly a steadily rising population which demand assimilation of more  effective...

An invasive species can be defined as a species that causes environmental and economic harm to human beings, plants and animals (Simberloff, 1996). Hemlock wooly adelgig is aphid- like small insect approximately 0.8 mm in length. Its oval in nature with reddish brown color or purple and black in color. This species can be identified by dry wooly wax substance found on its body as it matures. The wooly was substance is almost 3 mm or more in diameter and it is used for protecting its body as well...

The fact that the world is witnessing a continuous but steady decrease is the global ozone layer is raising many concerns for the future existence of mankind. This is first because such depletions in the ozone layer are evidently increasing the amount of ultraviolet blue (UVB) rays on earth. UVB rays have been identified to have the potential of increasing skin cancer infection on earth (Parson 46). It should be noted here that the ozone layer serves to absorb the UVB rays from the sun. Still feared...

Established in 1975, the Commercial Bank of Qatar (CBQ) is said to be the first private bank in the country. CBQ has QR 500 million in reserves and capital for the year ending 2006 with total assets up to QR 25 billion. CBQ has shown consistent profitability ever since its inception (AMEinfo.com, 2010). CBQ offers retail, investment and corporate and Islamic banking services. It has over 23 branches, 26 deposit machines and over 100 ATMs. This paper is a comprehensive analysis of the Commercial...

In 2008, they were awarded the Eco Brand of the Year award during the Volvo Ecodesign Forum at the Munichs ISPO Trade Show. It was the first company in California to utilize renewable sources such as solar and wind in powering its entire buildings as well as one of the initial companies to use recycled paper in printing catalogues. The companys logo, the skyline of Cerro Fitzroy, speaks openly about their objective, to always be environment friendly (Sam, 2008). The company in description is none...

Food borne illness can be described as a disease which is either infectious or toxic in nature and is caused by agents that gain entry into the body through food. Every individual is at risk of contracting food borne illness. Food borne illness is quite prevalent and it is a growing public health concern in both developed and undeveloped countries. It is difficult to estimate the occurrence of food borne diseases globally, but the current reports put it that in 2005 only 1.8 million people succumbed...

This paper throws insight into Canadas stance on green gas emission reduction by considering Canadas involvement in climate change policy over the past three decades. Canada failed in its commitment to meet the 2 C target, thereby failing to mitigate the effects of global warming. Canadas awareness and involvement in global warming programs started early in the 1970s but its real achievements are far less. Instead, it has lapses. Canada has the potential to contribute effectively towards reduction...

Hurricanes which are also known as tropical cyclones are storm systems that are characterized by a center of very low pressure and several thunderstorms that usually produce heavy rain and strong winds. Hurricanes feed on the heat that is released once moist air rises, bringing about water vapor condensation which is contained in the rising warm moist air. Tropical cyclones are powered by the dissimilar heat mechanisms of the cyclonic windstorms like the noreasters, polar lows and European windstorms,...