Aquatic ecology

In this APSS program, we discuss a lot about the sustainable livelihood in rural China trough case study and presentation. I learn a lot about the real situation in rural China and I am going to further explain my views of sustainable livelihood. Experience in mainland China I was born in a small county in Guangdong called SunHing. When I was small, I lived in a small village which people mainly sell different agricultural products to earn money. Villagers will wake up early and walk to the…

Throughout the history of mankind, technological evolution has increased drastically, subsequently drawing people away from the simple aspects of nature. During Richard Louv’s passage, he highlights the various ways in which people are connected to modern day technology, and the negative effects it plays on society. Nature is a beautiful part of life that we, as people, often take for granted because we don’t take the time to truly appreciate it. Richard Louv is able to convey the importance of…

Comparatively, outsiders more emphasize on the types and modes of the landscape and they more experience it within their five senses (Forman, 1995). Traditionally speaking, when we talk about city landscapes we are more focused on the visual level, which equals to the representation that the city landscape offers, including lines, shapes, colors and other external forms. That is largely because visual experience gives the viewer the first-hand experience on an object most directly and…

The term "sustainable living" has been receiving a lot of attention lately, and you may just be wondering what it actually means. Bo Poulsen Sustainable Real Estate specializes in finding clients ecofriendly buildings and homes throughout New York City. Bo and his team have built their mission around the concept of sustainable living. Here they share some insights into what sustainable living is, what it means for the environment, and how it can impact you. Sustainable Living Defined: Simply…

John Muir Currently, many environmental regulations exist this is due to the efforts of many activists. As a result of their efforts, there is also more awareness and concern for the environment. What motivates an environmental advocate varies, however, their goal is the same: to ensure that the environment is not destroyed. One of those great environmental advocates is John Muir. John Muir is well known for his activism involving the preservation of National Parks. He truly cared for the…

It is widely known that the Earth is experiencing reoccurring climate change and that there is numerous of evidence that prove that human activity is responsible for it. Nothing is infinite on earth and the more we abuse it, the less time we have to enjoy it. People rarely take the time to realize the importance of the environment. As humans, we depend solely on the natural resources that Earth provides to us. All of our needs are satisfied by absorbing the resources of nature. This continuous…

Populations consist of a group of individuals that are of the same species (Habitat, ecosystem, population and community). They also have unique attributes such as growth rate, sex ratio, mortality rate, and age structure (Klappenbach). Ecosystems can be defined as cyclical systems that are self-sufficient (Habitat, ecosystem, population and community). Organic carbon flows from organism to organism through what they consume, and is taken from the atmosphere through photosynthesis and returned…

This quote by Edward Abbey gives a new meaning and value to nature. That speaks to me saying that defending nature is rewarding, and most of all, necessary. Nature is a holy ground, and a place to escape from the world, and experience the world at the same time. Nature needs people to commit themselves in supporting the wilderness. Every time natural disasters happen, Earth tries its best to recover, but sometimes it takes more than that. As witnesses of nature, and living in nature, people must…

In a niche between downtown and the Rio Grande, El Paso’s Segundo Barrio neighborhood is smattered with excellent, large-scale murals depicting the cultural and political histories of the resident migrant workers, immigrants, and families. Pick a sunny Saturday morning to stroll the streets and see the neighborhood at its liveliest.El Segundo Barrio also known as South El Paso is a historic Hispanic neighborhood in El Paso, Texas. The name, El Segundo Barrio, is Spanish for the Second Day, To a…

Now that you are getting settled into your new dream log home or timber frame home, it's time to set your sights on landscaping. Today's landscaping is far from what it was even just a couple of years ago. Gone are the days of settling for a fancy paver patio or deck with the latest stainless steel grill. Today's homeowners are creating another living space right outside their back door. As nicer weather finally settles in, now is the team to create your outdoor "destination living" scenario. …