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Road To The Green Seal, Milos Cerovic
Road To The Green Seal, Milos Cerovic
UNLV Theses, Dissertations, Professional Papers, and Capstones
Green Seal is one of the most recognized non profit organizations that work closely with companies from all over the country to provide certification of environmentally friendly products used by employees. There are many reasons for product certification process. The most obvious one is to preserve the environment and energy efficiency. Another important reason is to reduce the cost and increase the profit by using products with higher durability and less expensive packaging. Of equal importance is participation in green initiatives which allows hotels and other organizations to capture additional businesses, media exposure etc. InterContinental Chicago is the largest and …
Modeling Natural Resources Scarcity And Proverty Effects On Fertility In Honduras, Nepal, And Tanzania, Ayoub Shaban Ayoub
Modeling Natural Resources Scarcity And Proverty Effects On Fertility In Honduras, Nepal, And Tanzania, Ayoub Shaban Ayoub
UNLV Theses, Dissertations, Professional Papers, and Capstones
This dissertation examines whether the vicious circle theory applies in three developing countries characterized by high population growth. According to the vicious circle theory, natural resource scarcity coupled with poverty leads to population growth via positive effects on fertility particularly in rural areas of developing countries. Population growth then leads to a further increase in natural resource scarcity, creating a "feedback loop." This is the first study to use micro-level data to test and control for endogeneity using a two-stage Probit model (IVPROBIT). The existing literature has largely failed to address endogeneity in the relationship between natural resource scarcity and …
Take Pride In America In Southern Nevada: Quarterly Progress Report, Period Covering July 5, 2008 – October 5, 2008, Margaret N. Rees
Take Pride In America In Southern Nevada: Quarterly Progress Report, Period Covering July 5, 2008 – October 5, 2008, Margaret N. Rees
Anti-littering Programs
• Take Pride in America in Southern Nevada wins national Take Pride in America Award for best state program and Senate recognition
• Zia Engineering begins work on Recycling Plan
• Name the Mascot contest drawing interest and support
• Dumping and litter prevention information for Northern Nevada added to web site
• Three events conducted this quarter
• Team reaches milestone of 60 events since inception
• Agreement with Spring Mountain Youth Camp finalized
Unlv Magazine, Holly Ivy De Vore, Tony Allen, Barbara Cloud, Erin O'Donnell, Matthew K. Jacobsen, Gian Galassi, Michelle Mouton, Afsha Bawany, Shane Bevell
Unlv Magazine, Holly Ivy De Vore, Tony Allen, Barbara Cloud, Erin O'Donnell, Matthew K. Jacobsen, Gian Galassi, Michelle Mouton, Afsha Bawany, Shane Bevell
UNLV Magazine
No abstract provided.
Micro-Algae Could Play A Significant Role In Achieving Energy Independence, Thomas Nartker
Micro-Algae Could Play A Significant Role In Achieving Energy Independence, Thomas Nartker
UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium
The 2008 UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium was presented by the Office of Strategic Energy Programs and co-sponsored by the Division of Research and Graduate Studies on August 20, 2008 on the UNLV campus.
The event focused on renewable energy production in Nevada, the US Southwest, and renewable research projects nationwide. It was a great opportunity for anyone working on renewable projects to collaborate with others in this field and exchange information. Over 230 individuals attended the event this year.
Springs Preserve And Hydrogen Filling Station Tour, University Of Nevada, Las Vegas
Springs Preserve And Hydrogen Filling Station Tour, University Of Nevada, Las Vegas
UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium
The 2008 UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium was presented by the Office of Strategic Energy Programs and co-sponsored by the Division of Research and Graduate Studies on August 20, 2008 on the UNLV campus. The event focused on renewable energy production in Nevada, the US Southwest, and renewable research projects nationwide. It was a great opportunity for anyone working on renewable projects to collaborate with others in this field and exchange information. Over 230 individuals attended the event this year.
2008 Symposium Event Photos, University Of Nevada Las Vegas
2008 Symposium Event Photos, University Of Nevada Las Vegas
UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium
The 2008 UNLV Renewable Energy Symposium was presented by the Office of Strategic Energy Programs and co-sponsored by the Division of Research and Graduate Studies on August 20, 2008 on the UNLV campus. The event focused on renewable energy production in Nevada, the US Southwest, and renewable research projects nationwide. It was a great opportunity for anyone working on renewable projects to collaborate with others in this field and exchange information. Over 230 individuals attended the event this year.
National Clean Energy Panel Presentations
National Clean Energy Panel Presentations
National Clean Energy Summit
Panel presentations, 206 PowerPoint slides
Take Pride In America In Southern Nevada: Quarterly Progress Report, Period Covering April 6, 2008- July 5, 2008, Margaret N. Rees
Take Pride In America In Southern Nevada: Quarterly Progress Report, Period Covering April 6, 2008- July 5, 2008, Margaret N. Rees
Anti-littering Programs
• Take Pride in America in Southern Nevada wins national Take Pride in America Award for best state program
• Team is working to secure consulting firm for recycling plan project
• Don’t Trash Nevada Day event held on May 30, 2008
• Phase II media plan began June 1, 2008
• Formed new partnership with Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful
• Total of 189 people signed the anti-litter pledge
• The Anti-Litter Team conducted nine volunteer clean up events
• The Anti-Litter Team participated in five community outreach events
• Don’t Trash Nevada featured in several newspaper and television news …
Unlv Sustainability Task Force Report, David M. Hassenzahl
Unlv Sustainability Task Force Report, David M. Hassenzahl
Reports (USI)
The UNLV Sustainability Task Force has completed its mission to provide you with recommendations as to how UNLV can best pursue sustainability ideals. The attached report contains our conclusions and recommendations, along with appendices containing supporting materials and details.
The Guacamole Fund Presents...
The Guacamole Fund Presents...
Native American Forum on Nuclear Issues
Special Bonnie Raitt Benefit Tickets
College Of Engineering Senior Design Competition Spring 2008, University Of Nevada, Las Vegas
College Of Engineering Senior Design Competition Spring 2008, University Of Nevada, Las Vegas
Fred and Harriet Cox Senior Design Competition Projects
Part of every UNLV engineering student’s academic experience, the senior design project stimulates engineering innovation and entrepreneurship. Each student in their senior year chooses, plans, designs, and prototypes a product in this required element of the curriculum. A capstone to the student’s educational career, the senior design project encourages the student to use everything learned in the engineering program to create a practical, real world solution to an engineering challenge.
The senior design competition helps to focus the senior students in increasing the quality and potential for commercial application for their design projects. Judges from local industry evaluate the projects …
Greening In The United States Hotel Sector: An Exploratory Examination, Adam Kaplan
Greening In The United States Hotel Sector: An Exploratory Examination, Adam Kaplan
UNLV Theses, Dissertations, Professional Papers, and Capstones
The aim of this paper is to explore the concept of greening in the U.S. hotel sector. Much of the existing research on the topic of greening is relegated to the European and Asian hotel sectors. Within the literature review, the paper will examine what industry leaders and scholars have reported about the progress of greening in the global sector. Given the scant research domestically, the paper will attempt to generalize some of the findings to the situation in the U.S. hotel sector. The paper’s methodology section will build on European research on greening and develop a blueprint for U.S. …
Nuclear Technologies In The Great Basin Oral History Project, Danielle Endres
Nuclear Technologies In The Great Basin Oral History Project, Danielle Endres
Native American Forum on Nuclear Issues
Abstract:
The United States currently faces a nuclear waste crisis. According to a 2002 report by former Secretary of Energy Spencer Abraham, “We have a staggering amount of radioactive waste in this country.”1 The Department of Energy (DOE) estimates that by 2035 the U.S. will have approximately 115,000 metric tons of high-level nuclear waste, which exceeds the capacity of the proposed federal storage site at Yucca Mountain.2 Deciding where and how to store nuclear waste is a significant nuclear, environmental, and health policy issue. The decisions that we make about nuclear waste siting greatly impact the future of nuclear technologies …
Nuclear Energy, Steve Kraft
Nuclear Energy, Steve Kraft
Native American Forum on Nuclear Issues
Abstract:
-Why Nuclear Energy?
-The lesson of the last 20 years in U.S. electricity policy:
– Diversified fuel and technology portfolio is essential
– All fuels and technologies (nuclear, coal, natural gas, renewables, efficiency) have a legitimate role
-The challenge for the future:
– Preserving/restoring diversified portfolio
– Ensuring resource adequacy, particularly in competitive markets
-Expanded use of nuclear energy is part of the answer
– Integrated used fuel management supports nuclear competitiveness
Nrc’S Decision Process: Judging The Safety Of A Proposed Repository, Janet Kotra
Nrc’S Decision Process: Judging The Safety Of A Proposed Repository, Janet Kotra
Native American Forum on Nuclear Issues
Abstract:
-Provide an overview of the role of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) at Yucca Mountain
-Describe the process NRC will use to decide whether or not to authorize construction of a repository at Yucca Mountain
-Explain options and highlight important milestones that apply to Tribes as potential participants in NRC’s process
Native American Forum On Nuclear Issues Agenda
Native American Forum On Nuclear Issues Agenda
Native American Forum on Nuclear Issues
Conference agenda
Sponsored by: UNLV Department of Environmental Studies, UNLV Libraries, UNLV Department of History, UNLV Department of Sociology and the Native Community Action Council
Native American Forum On Nuclear Issues Presenter Biography, Joe Kennedy
Native American Forum On Nuclear Issues Presenter Biography, Joe Kennedy
Native American Forum on Nuclear Issues
Biography
Fighting Nuclear Waste At Skull Valley, Margene Bullcreek
Fighting Nuclear Waste At Skull Valley, Margene Bullcreek
Native American Forum on Nuclear Issues
Abstract:
-Reasons We Oppose Nuclear Waste
-Sovereignty
-Traditional values must be protected
-Protect sacredness of our culture, plants,
animals, air, and water
-Affects on community health
-Protect reservation and homeland
-To protect the air and water
-To protect future generations
-Environmental Justice
Native American Forum On Nuclear Issues Agenda
Native American Forum On Nuclear Issues Agenda
Native American Forum on Nuclear Issues
Conference agenda
Sponsored by: UNLV Department of Environmental Studies, UNLV Libraries, UNLV Department of History, UNLV Department of Sociology and the Native Community Action Council
Take Pride In America In Southern Nevada: Quarterly Progress Report, Period Covering January 6 - April 5, 2008, Margaret N. Rees
Take Pride In America In Southern Nevada: Quarterly Progress Report, Period Covering January 6 - April 5, 2008, Margaret N. Rees
Anti-littering Programs
- The Interagency Anti-Litter Team received new direction concerning the recycling plan deliverables.
- The Phase II media plan was completed.
- One hundred fifty nine (159) people signed the anti-litter pledge this quarter.
- The anti-litter team participated in 14 different clean up events this quarter.
- The anti-litter team participated in four community outreach events this quarter.
Inside Unlv, Shane Bevell, Mamie Peers, David Ashley, Diane Russell, Michelle Mouton, Grace Russell
Inside Unlv, Shane Bevell, Mamie Peers, David Ashley, Diane Russell, Michelle Mouton, Grace Russell
Inside UNLV
No abstract provided.
Colorado College State Of The Rockies Report Card, David Havlick, Walter E. Hecox, Christopher B. Jackson, Matthew K. Reuer
Colorado College State Of The Rockies Report Card, David Havlick, Walter E. Hecox, Christopher B. Jackson, Matthew K. Reuer
Publications (SD)
The critical research topics for the 2008 Report Card include immigration, affordable housing, renewable energy resources, river restoration and restoration economies, and wildlands.
Take Pride In America In Southern Nevada: Quarterly Progress Report, Period Covering October 6, 2007-January 5, 2008, Margaret N. Rees
Take Pride In America In Southern Nevada: Quarterly Progress Report, Period Covering October 6, 2007-January 5, 2008, Margaret N. Rees
Anti-littering Programs
• Project Manager Douglas Joslin has been assisting the IVP team due to the resignation of Donna Grady. This included assisting with the November 3, 2007 volunteer recognition event.
• The team created a tentative event schedule for 2008.
• The messaging campaign year two plan is complete and under review by the SNAP Board.
• Take Pride in America in Southern Nevada and Public Lands Institute was featured in Las Vegas Weekly.
• Mr. Joslin is conducting a waste characterization study for NPS.
• A new bus stop ad campaign is complete and currently awaiting approval by the SNAP …
Evidence Of Diminishing Nature Deficit Disorder, Public Lands Institute
Evidence Of Diminishing Nature Deficit Disorder, Public Lands Institute
Our Places to Tell Stories
- Demonstrate how one program is working toward diminishing nature deficit disorder.
- Share evidence of program effectiveness.
- Encourage program assessment.
Assessment: How Hard Can It Be?, Public Lands Institute, Michelle L. Weibel, Daphne Sewing, Gregory Schraw, Lori Olafson
Assessment: How Hard Can It Be?, Public Lands Institute, Michelle L. Weibel, Daphne Sewing, Gregory Schraw, Lori Olafson
Our Places to Tell Stories
- Demonstrate how assessment of a curriculum-based education program can work.
- Share results of the Forever Earth program assessment
- Stimulate thought and discussion of how to implement assessment strategies for your program.
Fire History And Forest Structural Change In The Spring Mountains, Scott R. Abella
Fire History And Forest Structural Change In The Spring Mountains, Scott R. Abella
Public Policy and Leadership Faculty Publications
Since early 2006 we have been working to develop a partnership with the Spring Mountains District of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest to provide science support for understanding fire history and forest structural changes in support of ecologically based management strategies. We teamed up with the Ecological Restoration Institute (ERI) at Northern Arizona University and the University of Arizona Tree Ring Lab to deliver a workshop on March 6, 2008 at the interagency office in Las Vegas, Nevada. On September 16-18, we again teamed up with colleagues at ERI to conduct a preliminary field assessment of forest change at 10 sites …
Tips For Going Green, City Of Las Vegas, Nevada
Tips For Going Green, City Of Las Vegas, Nevada
Publications (SD)
No abstract provided.