BUSINESS LAW II UNIT 6 QUESTIONS QUESTION 1 1.) What is the role of the States under the Clean Water Act? Explain and discuss. The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, better known as the Clean Water Act, is a comprehensive act aimed at restoring and maintaining the chemical, physical and biological integrity of the nation's waters. Enacted originally in 1948, the Act was amended many times until it was reorganized and expanded in 1972.
They have a pretty wide toleration for the water that they live in, even though they prefer a cooler more alkaline water in the in the 7.5-8.5 range with temperatures between 65-77 F(Ball). If the water pH strays to far from the preferred range, calcium deficiency could result and affect the molting of crayfish. Crayfish are omnivores, as they eat both meat and plants. They aren’t very picky in their diet. They eat
Due to its excellent adaptation and its nutritious content, cod is a remarkable catch with every part of its being a useful resource. By the time discovery voyages were popular, cod was a kind of food that sustained the sailors as they traveled around the world. Although the Vikings had first pursued cod across the Atlantic, it was the Basques who began commerce through the fish during Middle Ages. Applying the technique of salting, Basques’ cods tasted better and far more superior to the blank white meat of fresh cod. The supplies of cod were available year round in the growing
Eating about two servings of fish per week provides healthy amounts omega-3 fatty acids that can help to lower cardiovascular disease. Although they have such great health benefits to us, we are putting many of the popular fish species we enjoy, such as salmon, tilapia and haddock, at risk for endangerment and environmental malpractice. There are many differences between farm raised and wild caught, but they both can be done in responsible manors that won’t harm the environment in an adverse way. It can be hard at times for suppliers to follow through with proper fishing technics especially when regulation is almost non-existent. Much of the shamming of improper fishing techniques is held against farm raised fish and the conditions in which they are raised.
Being able to settle in one area like an urbanized society was a big advantage. They did not have to constantly be moving area from place to place and also they could grow large amounts of food. Although growing your own crops is very hard, its better than moving around and they had a pretty good chance of supporting themselves for a lifetime. In an urbanized society they often had surplus so they had more spare time and that was a big advantage because that allowed people to develop technology like pottery and trade that for other valuable items. In a foraging society, they did not have a lot of spare time because they spent most of their time
Sustainability is based on a simple principle that everything we need for our survival and well-being depends on our natural environment. Sustainability is important to ensure the possession of water, materials, and resources to protect human health and our environment. Sustainable agriculture is the production of food that protects the environment, public health, human communities, and animal welfare. The farmers of Old Hawaii had a vision and knowledge of ecological/sustainable agriculture and from the moment people first landed in the Hawaiian islands until the 1930’s Hawaii was completely food self-sufficient. Today, our food and agriculture system is not sustainable, and can be greatly improved with the help of the whole community.
Water Supply Feasibility Study: Fisheries PREPARED FOR: Lisa Obermyer, Montgomery Watson Harza PREPARED BY: Greg White, CH2M HILL COPIES: Tom VanderPlaat, Clean Water Services DATE: July 16, 2003 Introduction The Tualatin River Watershed has seen a number of changes in recent years that influence water resources management. These include population growth and new regulatory requirements under the Clean Water Act and the Endangered Species Act. In an effort to respond to these changes, the Water Managers Group, a group of public and private entities consisting of the Joint Water Commission, Lake Oswego Corporation, Tualatin Valley Irrigation District, City of Tigard, Tualatin Valley Water District, Clean Water Services
The most important species are either fully exploited and are being managed to achieve a sustainable yield, or have been overexploited and are now being managed to allow recovery. Overfishing occurs when human fishing activities reduce fish stocks below an acceptable level. This can occur in any body of water from a pond to the oceans. There are three recognized types of overfishing: growth overfishing, recruit overfishing and ecosystem
Congressman Ron Paul stated that “the United States domestic shrimping industry is a vital social and economic force in many coastal communities across the United States…A thriving shrimping industry benefits not only those who own and operate shrimp boats, but also food processors, hotels and restaurants, grocery stores, and all those who work in and service these industries” (Paul 2002: 1). He mentioned as well that “Shrimping also serves as a key source of safe domestic foods at a time when the nation is engaged in hostilities abroad.” (Paul 2002:
The International Biodiversity Conference in October represented a collective international effort to safeguard biodiversity on the planet which began in 2002 with an international pledge. These efforts were then reviewed at the conference on Biodiversity, and in the keynote speech, Professor Chris Lee explained the need for urgency of action to prevent further loss of biodiversity. Lee uses a reputable source within his speech specifically stating the United Nations, the use of a reputable source indicates that he has done his research and is therefore credible, also that his opinion is supported by an expert group, thus strengthening his reasoning and opinion in regards to biodiversity.His target audience is first and foremost international delegates and representatives from around the world, although an invitation is extended towards the wider community to join the cause as it is ‘essential to human wellbeing’. The incorporation of the background visual of ‘2010’ with outlines of animals, plants and humans aims to demonstrate to listeners that earth is shared by all species, not just humanity. The ‘Taking Stock’ in the opening slide of Professor Lee’s presentation is indicative of the conference being for the purpose of reflecting on efforts made towards safeguarding biodiversity since 2002.