Ecological footprint

Sustainability in personal computing Introduction Sustainable development is the development that emphasizes to meet the basic needs and satisfy the aspirations for a better life of both present and future generations [1]. This developmental pattern is regarded as a long-term goal which would be achieved only if the consumption meets the criterion of sustainability. In the modern world, the consumption of technology, especially, the personal computing have played a staple role of personal…

as do their disciplinary roots and practical implications. In the context of natural resources, sustainability can be defined as the quality of not being harmful to the environment or depleting natural resources, and thereby supporting long-term ecological balance. Murray Rutherford (2009) views resource management as decision making about how to conserve, allocate and use the goods and services available to satisfy people's value demands. Such decision making is fundamental to people's…

Introduction According to Charles J. Krebs ecology is the “scientific study of the interaction between organisms and their environment that determine their distribution and abundance” (Krebs 1978). The environment is made up of different components that are classified as abiotic and biotic. Abiotic deals with nonliving and physical elements like rain, wind, soil or pollutions. Biotic are living components that include predation, parasites, and competition. Competition is an interaction between…

When you buy an older home, it is likely there are home renovations happening in your future. Plumbing renovations will not only improve the water efficiency and water quality in your home but will also help to increase the value of your home for when you sell it at a later time. While you will need a licensed plumber for much of this project, there are ways you can help to save costs. Here are two helpful tips to help you have perfect plumbing, but without the full-cost price tag. What Can You…

an environmental country is:  Low-carbon/ save energy; related to improve the rates of energy consumption and emissions.  Water sensitive; reusing and controlling the amount of water in use.  Climate resilient; developing the capacity socio-ecological.  Zero waste; recycling, reuse and reduce the amount of waste that is produce.  Active and connected; thinking in smart projects and choices that join and develop our surroundings in an easier and more durable…

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), also known as the Global Goals, are a universal call for action to eradicate poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity. These 17 Goals build on the achievements of the Millennium Development Goals, while entailing new areas such as climate change, sustainable consumption, peace economic inequality, innovation and justice, among other priorities. The goals are interconnected, often the key to success on one will…

Little Barrier Island (2817ha) is a reserve located approximately 75km away from Great Mercury Island while it is not as close to Great Mercury Island as Red Mercury Island is Little Barrier Island is still in the same ecological district (McEwen, 1987) and could possibly represent a greater abundance in the diversity of species. The terrestrial bird species currently on the island tui (Prosthemadera novaeseelandiae), bellbird (Anthornis melanura), hihi (Notiomystis cincta)…

to include both aspects (Birdlife International, 2003). Ehler & Douvere (2007) have attempted to address this by defining MSP as “the public process of analysing and allocating the spatial and temporal distribution of human activities to achieve ecological, economic, and social objectives that are usually specified through a political process.” This definition has been further extended by Pomeroy (2009) to include how MSP has been used to “create and establish a more rational and informed…

Sustainable development refers not only to meeting the needs of modern society but also to not compromising the opportunities of future generation to meet and sustain development needs. It can be summarized as the improvement of economic, ecological, and social factors. Sustainable development and environmental protection work hand in hand but are not the same. Environmental protection is an important aspect of sustainable development as it plays a major role in protecting the finite resources…

Introduction Succession is referred to as changes within an ecological community following a disturbance of a relatively large area (Connell and Slatyer 1977.) Succession is broken down into two main time periods: primary and secondary. Primary succession is classified as the formation of soil and colonization of annual plants over a depleted land. Secondary succession is classified as the colonization and development of perennial plants over an established ecosystem. The process at which…