Describe what policies and/or laws they have implemented to reduce the destruction of their ecosystem(s) by humans.

Decide and name which U.S. state you want to research. Research and then describe some of the environmental problems that state has had. Explain at least 2 of the problems. Explain at least 2 of the causes. Describe some scientific evidence validating the problem. Research and then describe some of the Page 4 of 8

 

 

public policies and/or laws that state has imposed to increase sustainability and become better stewards: Describe what policies and/or laws they have implemented to reduce the destruction of their ecosystem(s) by humans. Have there been any problems implementing these policies and/or laws? If so, describe them. If not, why do you think they have not had problems implementing them? Are there any other policies or laws you would suggest that this country/state implement to counteract its environmental problems? Why do you think those policies or laws would help? Include APA citations and references for all researched information.

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As an environmentalist, you are very interested in how economics plays a role in determining how many and what type of environmental laws are passed. There are many environmental laws that are determined by economic conditions.

 

Choose 1 environmental law to research and give a detailed description of the law including the following:

The date the law was passed

Describe the law; what are the provisions of the law?

 

Background information: What initiated the law? Why was it passed?

 

What economic impact was generated by the law? What kinds of costs, fines, or economic benefits are

associated with the law? Provide economic data to support this.

Do you feel that this particular environmental law has improved the environment/situation? Why or why not?