Nonpoint source pollution

states protocol and solutions if Hazardous material does escape their container. The book contains sixty three different protocol measures that should be taken for many types of substances. These protocols consist of general health risks, the harm or pollution that could be caused by leakage or human contact with material; public safety measures, evacuation and isolation distances; emergency response actions, who to contact in case of a spill or fire; and extra specific information towards…

In The Washington Post article titled, “A close look at the Great Pacific Garbage Patch” a discussion arises about reusable plastics. The authors asserts that we are using more one-use plastics than ever before. Sandwich bags, soda bottles, and other commonly used plastics are being dumped into landfills. Because of the quickly overflowing landfills, recycling programs began to be implemented. Unfortunately, in 2010, only about 8% of plastics were actually recycled. The vast majority…

continuously found LEGO on shores (Mitchell, 2014). Although this issue was unintentional, the millions of LEGO pieces still contribute to the plastic pollution that causes dangers for marine and coastal animals (Cacciottolo, 2014). Coastal areas and shores accumulate a large amount of plastic waste near local towns and neighbourhoods, which contaminates water sources and living conditions. News media sites have published photos of plastic waste found on shorelines, which sometimes reveal iconic…

“Environmental impact” is a traveling exhibition that is currently on display in SUNY Potsdam’s very own Gibson galley. The exhibition uses sculptures, paintings, and photographs to explore the current issues facing our ever changing environment. While each artist uses various visual and design techniques to get their points across there are still many pieces in the gallery that share many similarities with one another. Edward Burtynsky’s photograph Highway #1, Intersection 105 & 110 made in…

Pollution is when a harmful substance is introduced to the environment and it has poisonous effects. As well has hurting people, pollution has devastating effects on animals which can lead them to endangerment or even extinction. For example, one of the victims of pollution is, “…the Peregrine Falcon almost became extinct in Canada when DDT was widely used prior to becoming banned in the United States and Canada in 1971” (Greentumble Editorial Team). Thankfully DDT is now banned in many…

With only 71 percent of the earths body of water, we have 96.5 percent of ocean resources to meet our current expectations of having a blissful experience along the coastlines. Although this may be true, lately we as consumers are destroying our oceans sustainable body of water, and the sea creature’s life expectancy. Henceforth in the county of Los Angeles specifically, the sustainability of ocean waters are being contaminated by the toxicity of waste being dumped by consumers. Under the…

Top Maytag Laundry Tips We all want our clothes and other fabrics to last a long time. This is one reason we take care of them by washing them after we have worn or used them. For those with Maytag washers and dryers, there are definitely some things you can do to help make your fabrics last even longer. Here are a few tips to keep in mind. Tip 1: Look for Loose Items Before you start a new load, always examine your washer for loose items that may have been left in the washer. These items could…

Over the last decades we've witnessed many problems going on with our environment. We've seen many animals going extinct because of humans. We've seen new viruses being spread out because of bacteria. This is all caused from something we do all the time, which is littering. Littering causes many problems in our community because it's a big problem for humans and animals. Littering is the cause of why 700 Marine animal species are being threatened to go extinct. I will like to solve this problem…

In the 1970's, the working-class community in the Love Canal area of Niagara Falls, New York, was evacuated due to deadly chemicals seeping into the environment and harming people and pets. Before that, the Hooker Chemical Company dumped industrial chemicals in the unfinished canal, and capped it only clay. The Niagara Falls City School District was in need of land, so in 1953, Hooker sold the land to them for $1. Homes were built on top of the chemicals and more than 80 industrial chemicals…

CLAIMS FOR RELIEF The United States and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) pursue injunctive relief and the assessment of civil penalties for infringements of environmental regulations at CFI’s Plant City phosphate facility in Hillsborough County, Florida. First Claim for Relief: Failure to make hazardous waste determination In accordance with Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulation (C.F.R.) Part 262.11 and Chapter 62-730 of the Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.), a…