The case study I researched from the WBCSB at http://www.wbcsd.org/cement-industry-calls-for-long-term-policy-certainty-as-it-aspires-to-reduce-co.aspx , involves the global cement industry and their quest to become environmental friendly. The goal of the Low Carbon Technology Partnerships initiative) is to reduce CO2 emissions by 1 Gt by 2030. As of now the cement industry produces 5% of all CO2 produced by humans, a greener cement industry can be key for the fight against global warming. This case study applies to several concepts in this module including environmental justice and human-environmental interactions. With greener cement factories, nearby residents will not have to deal with as many drawbacks that come with living near a factory. This initiative shows that the cement industry cares about the surrounding residents and values their option on factory pollution. It is clear that human system of cement production has an effect on the natural environment, if the industry can minimize the impact on the environment, the environment could in turn provide more resources to produce cement. A greener cement industry could create a symbiotic relationship with the environment.
I found my outside source case study about reducing child mortality in Nepal at http://www.cgdev.org/page/case-4-reducing-child-mortality-through-vitamin-nepal. Studies have shown that vitamin A deficiency is responsible for nearly a quarter of all child deaths around the world, the lack of vitamin A compromises the immune system. With a damaged immune system prevalent diseases in Nepal like measles and malaria can easily be contracted. Vitamin A deficiencies arise mainly from undernourishment, and the effects can be as extreme as complete blindness. The NVAP is trying to combat vitamin A deficiency by delivering two rounds of vitamin A capsules to children annually. This development is very similar to the situation in Cuba, outlined in this module. Focusing on healthcare will hopefully allow Nepal to have a life expectancy similar to many high income nations. This program is also facilitating women’s rights within Nepal. The NVAP have employed women, who have minimal rights in Nepal, to help spread this program to mothers all over Nepal. Equal rights for women can be a huge step for the overall development of Nepal.
I will be comparing these case studies to my hometown of Ramsey, NJ. Ramsey is mainly a residential town expect for one large industrial park on the south side of town. The residential area surrounding this industrial park has seen the value of the property decrease as factories expand. Nearby residents are feeling voiceless, like the people of Camden, NJ, as these factories expand. There has been a large argument for these factories to practice greener manufacturing to hopefully allow these property values to rise again. This situation is very similar to my first case study as they both involve environmental justice, a greener industry will have less negative effects on the environment and the surrounding human population. Fortunately, Ramsey has access to plenty of food capable of properly nourishing the entire population, so the situation in Nepal is not prevalent in my hometown.
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Hello! My name is Cassandra Oresko and I thought your post was interesting in regards to Low Carbon Technology Partnerships. I never really looked deep into the depth of factory pollution, so I thought this information was so interesting to read about. It is interesting to realize that cement production has an effect on the natural environment. My major contrasts to these types of thinking, so to learn outside the box information about real world issues thanks to your post was great. It was also amusing to realize we live almost right by each other, we are able to relate on the same note of the similar issues our hometowns face. Great post, please check out my blog when you have the chance! http://geog030.dutton.psu.edu/author/cao5241/
Hi,
I found your post to be very interesting. Your outside case study is particularly interesting to me. Child morality is a very serious topic. I agree that the importance of nutrient consumption is extremely high. No child should be deprived of nutrients for any reason. Losing a child’s life because of a diet deficiency is ridiculous and unfair. Do you have any ways we can help this cause? I feel like community service is not enough. There has to be other ways such supplying areas with multi vitamins. I hope that this issue is resolved or at least analyzed over the coming years.
Hello! My name is Cassandra Oresko and I thought your post was interesting in regards to Low Carbon Technology Partnerships. I never really looked deep into the depth of factory pollution, so I thought this information was so interesting to read about. It is interesting to realize that cement production has an effect on the natural environment. My major contrasts to these types of thinking, so to learn outside the box information about real world issues thanks to your post was great. It was also amusing to realize we live almost right by each other, we are able to relate on the same note of the similar issues our hometowns face. Great post, please check out my blog when you have the chance! http://geog030.dutton.psu.edu/author/cao5241/
Hi,
I found your post to be very interesting. Your outside case study is particularly interesting to me. Child morality is a very serious topic. I agree that the importance of nutrient consumption is extremely high. No child should be deprived of nutrients for any reason. Losing a child’s life because of a diet deficiency is ridiculous and unfair. Do you have any ways we can help this cause? I feel like community service is not enough. There has to be other ways such supplying areas with multi vitamins. I hope that this issue is resolved or at least analyzed over the coming years.
By the way, here is a link to my post: http://sites.psu.edu/geog30/2016/02/24/chase-sandler-module-5/