Task 5

FOOT PRINT

In developed countries and regions around the word humans have done many acts that affected the environment. The concept of ecological footprint is known as the impact of individual societies on nature. There is no limit in construction and digging under the Earth’s surface and this can cause a lot of harm to the atmosphere around us. In the UAE for example, all skyscrapers, new islands and bridges resulted in a large population. There are many different views about ecological footprints and there are many reasons that lead the environment to be damaged.

There are a variety of different opinions about ecological footprints. Firstly, David Schaller's position was that wealthy nations are to blame because of their economic demand and consumption (Schaller.2001). Much evidence supported his opinion. One of them was that the US population is 5% of the world’s population; although the percentage is low, they consume 20% to 40% of energy In addition, he said that an eight year old child in the US has a larger ecological footprint than poor women in Africa (Schaller.2001). On the other hand, Peter Huber's position was that poor countries were the main reason for this issue. He said that despite the low amount of food that they eat. But they kill animals and cut down trees more than other countries. Furthermore, they create a higher percentage of waste that the developed countries, Also he claimed that their lake of knowledge caused them to be unaware of the damage that they cause to their environment (Huber, 2001). For example, burning uranium is much harder, but a tiny volume of it can heat and light an entire city.

The damage of humans on the environment has increased, but many solutions are suggested. To begin with, people created a lot of waste and rubbish. Taking away this rubbish or burning it can cause a dangerous impact on the environment. Because humans use a lot of natural resources in enormous amounts, such as trees, oil, and coal. Secondly, the earth, air, water and soil have been polluted by humans' bad habits. Air damaged by car and lorry fumes, and power stations create acid rain which kills entire forests (Young People’s Trust for the environment.2008). Finally, the Ozone layer is a broad band which prevents the sun’s ultra-violet rays from reaching humans. Air conditioners and fridges are reasons to make a hole in the ozone layer which leads to a serious problem among human lives.

In conclusion, it does not actually take all that much effort to help keep our environment clean. All of us are required to contribute and try to reduce the damage that we do to the environment. One of the well-known ways is recycling specially paper so we can help decrease the consumption of natural resources. Second, people should limit the use of cars and machines that use resources. Instead, people should use cars and machines that depend on the solar system. Finally, we must consider saving the ozone layer so that the next generation can live in peace. This can be done by reducing the amount of harmful chemicals like chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) in the country. In addition, government must support the environmental organizations in order to help in saving the environment. Also, people can provide these organizations with suggestions that have been listed before.

Summary 3

The European Union Could Save The World

There is a deal struck by the European Union which is important. They should have established and taken the initiative a long time back. They are the masters for handling and solving climate changes and issues. The objective was to lower carbon dioxide by reducing 20% by 2020. The commitment mechanism is making use of renewable energy such as water.

The plan is capturing carbon and storing technology where farmers, car drivers, etc. will play a vital role in doing so. Even though the plan is backed up there are problems that will be faced and the reason is the expensiveness of renewable energy. However, it should be done now by burning less fossil fuel.

The European Union will try to deliver benefits that should be achieved by any country collective rather than any single country because carbon remains at the centre stage. There are serious climate changes expected once the initiative is in place. The deal is not just at the European level but it really matters at the global level.

They have to be tough to obtain their targets and accomplish their objectives. There should be reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by including Americans, Indians and Chinese. If it happens to be less than it is expected the world will be at risk.

There are possibilities to increase the rate by 10% more and it is certain that the European Union is moving forward. The other countries can follow to achieve the objective and make the world a better place. This will ensure achievement of objectives and results more than is expected.

Main Idea

The European Union is trying to make an agreement to reduce the carbon dioxide emissions, not just in Europe but in all the countries, to make the world a better place.

People have an important role to play to make this agreement successful. Even if the agreement is going to face problems.

Comment

In my opinion the article is discussing a major problem that really needs to be solved and needs every single person in the world to do his best to reach the goal of making the world a better place to live in. Moreover the governments should work harder to find more solutions for this issue.

Task 2

Global Warming

Defines as a gradual increase in the earth's surface temperature caused by human and nature. In this essay I will be talking about the causes and solutions of this dangerous problem, that is affecting negatively on the humans, animals and plants. First let’s talk about the causes. Carbon dioxide (CO₂), exhaust from cars and power plants, Carbon Dioxide from Buildings, Methane gas and Electrical pollution are some of the main causes of the global warming. Moreover the rising of the sea level is a natural problem that affects plants and animals on islands.

To solve this problem or to decrease the harm of the global warming we can use bikes or alternative ways of transportation other than cars to reduce the green house gases emitted by cars. Moreover the government should recycle things like bottles, papers and cans.

Finally, in my opinion I think 50% of the global warming is caused by human so I suggest finding and trying to reduce gases as much as we can to stop or at least decrease this major problem.

Task 1

Omar Al-Suwaidi

My name is Omar Al-Suwaidi am a higher diploma student in ADMC. I come from a big family, i have 6 brothers and 6 sisters am the youngest in the family.I Graduated on 2007 from Al-Ittihad Model School with an average of 78.5%. In the future i would like to get my Higher Diploma certificate and complete studying in college to get my Bachelor and in the future i would like to go to USA to get my Masters in buisness and hopefully be a successful buisness man here in UAE.