Bottled water: understanding a social phenomenon

Article Abstract:

An overview is presented on the bottled water market, specifically whether bottled water is safer than tap water, and the environmental impact of its production and consumption. The author posits that while bottled water is a more healthful alternative to some other beverages, it may not be as stringently monitored as tap water, and the plastics involved in its production and marketing make it a less environmentally friendly product than tap water.

Production management, Bottled drinking water, Water-supply, Water supply, Drinking water, Bottled water industry, Drinking water, Bottled

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Toward ecosystem-based recovery of marine biomass yield

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Research with 50 large marine ecosystems has disclosed significant decline in biomass yields, strongly affecting the approximately 1.5 bil people dependent on these areas. Recovering biomass and restoring biological diversity can happen through adopting ecosystem approaches that link freshwater basins to marine systems.

Statistical Data Included, Research, Biological diversity, Biodiversity, Ocean, Oceans, Biomass

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The global conservation status of mangroves

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The distribution and number of mangrove plants in 38 sites around the world was survey. The results show a decline due to the incursion of industry, aquaculture, argriculture and pollution.

Cover Story, Statistics, Protection and preservation, Deforestation, Clearcutting, Mangrove plants, Mangrove swamps, Mangroves (Plant)

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