Peak oil

Thomas W. Truxes writes in “Defying Empire: Trading with the Enemy in Colonial New York that during the Seven Years' War”, New York's "most successful businessmen were daring, resourceful, and often ruthless." This assertion is supported throughout the book with multiple examples of how the successful businessmen of the time exhibited these traits. They were bold, inventive, and brutal. These men went to whatever lengths necessary to make money and ensure the security of their businesses. They…

Fracking has been a controversial topic for many years now and continues to be questioned. There are debates about the definition of fracking and whether the term refers to the entire industrial process or just the underground water blast that fractures the rock after the drilling is finished. One of the concerns about fracking are the flow back water containing a cocktail of chemicals used for many beneficial purposes but often contains radioactive materials and salts from the underground…

beginning and discovery of oil, also called petroleum back in those times. The tone was very reflective for me due to all the information that the video supplied the viewers with. It goes into detail about how the industry started and what came about it once everyone realized how valuable oil really was. There was so much that I really took in and really enjoyed learning about. Ida Tarbell and her journalism journey to expose a very powerful man who is known as the oil king himself, John D.…

They are these yellow, red and sometimes orange colored flowers that are eye catching even among other belles found in the garden. Their vibrant hues are not only captivating, but also have an uplifting ambiance. We know how relaxing plants are, but pairing them with the beauty of these waving and inviting petals make looking at them even more enjoyable. The beauty of marigold is not solely measurable through its appearance. It might not be common knowledge, but this gorgeous plant also offers…

UNIT 1: BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT ASSIGNMENT 1: COMPARING TWO DIFFERENT ORGANISATIONS Task 1 – Purpose (P1) Organization 1 Profit-making organization: Exxon Mobil ExxonMobil is the world's largest publicly traded international oil and gas company. The organization uses technology and innovation to help meet the world’s growing energy needs. It operates globally and within the private sector of the economy and is often referred to as a ‘Private Empire’. Exxon Mobil holds an industry-leading…

With Summer rolling around the corner, impending hot, sunny, and humid weather awaits us. Here are my top beauty products for the summer and my beauty hacks on not looking like you've just rolled over in sweat. First, let's talk about mascaras. You do not want raccoon looking eyes while you're outside. My pro-tip is finding a good waterproof mascara. My favorite is the Covergirl Lashblast, the waterproof version of it. Second, controlling oiliness depending on you skin type you may or may not be…

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Painting slanted ceilings is a chore, but it may not be as difficult as you might think. Of course, it is always a challenge to paint any ceiling, but once you figure out what colors you are using and how to design your paint color scheme, painting slanted ceilings is just like painting the walls. There are a few things to think about before you start, specifically what colors you want to use for your walls and ceiling, and whether or not you want to distinguish between the ceiling and the wall.…

5 Ways You Can Remove Summer Tan Summer and tan go hand in hand. Right? There is no way, we can stop beaching and roaming around in summer, even when the sun stays on our hand all day long. Keep enjoying your holidays and summer outings, but not on the expense of a horrible tan. Just with a little effort and some simple steps you can remove your summer tan: Lemon Juice: Lemon is a safe haven for all skin lovers. Not only has it tremendous amount of benefits on your skin, but it also ensures that…

The Supreme Court declared this adaptable tenet, called the Rule of Reason, in Standard Oil Co. of New Jersey v. the United States, 221 U.S. 1, 31 S. Ct. 502, 55 L. Ed. 619 (1911). Under the Rule of Reason, the courts will look to various components in choosing whether the specific limitation of exchange absurdly confines rivalry. In particular…