Ecological problems in modern world
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Bog'liq15 Ecological global problems
There are many fantastic plants and unique animals and birds. But is it still the world we live in? Who is in charge of it? We will do our project to decide: • Is it possible for us to live without nature? • What way does our lifestyle influence the global environmental changes? • What should we do to save the environment? At this project you will know: • about the difference between „ecosystem‟ and „ecology‟ • why the problem of global warming is one of the most urgent • what results deforestation can lead to • what animals are under threat of extinction • about the types of pollution Working with us you will be able to: • to speak English up to the topic • to use the Internet • to make Power Point presentations • to present your work before the audience • to publish your reports Ocean Protection • Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act – Extended environmental protection to the oceans. – Requires a permit for dumping wastes and other foreign materials into ocean waters. – Establishes marine sanctuaries in ocean waters and in the Great Lakes and their connecting waters. Oil Spills • Oil Pollution Act of 1990 requires oil industry to adopt procedures and contingency plans. • The Clean Water Act authorizes the U.S. government to clean up oil spills and spills of other hazardous substances in ocean waters. – The government can recover cleanup costs from responsible parties. Toxic Substances • Chemicals used for agricultural, industrial, and mining uses that cause injury to humans, birds, animals, fish, and vegetation. • Key federal laws: – Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act of 1947 (as amended in 1972) – Toxic Substances Control Act of 1976 Hazardous Waste • Hazardous Waste – Solid waste that may cause or significantly contribute to an increase in mortality or serious illness or pose a hazard to human health or the environment if improperly managed • Land Pollution – Pollution of the land that is generally caused by hazardous waste being disposed of in an improper manner Toxic Substances Control Act • Requires manufacturers and processors to test new chemicals to determine their effect on human health and the environment before the EPA will allow them to be marketed. • EPA establishes standards. • Requires stationary sources to control emissions. • EPA can limit or prohibit manufacture and sale, or remove it from commerce. Download 1.36 Mb. Do'stlaringiz bilan baham: |
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