Category: Geography

My topic is pollution prevention but I’m going to focus on recycling
The semester project is designed to get you to think about a topic in sustainability, dealing with the problem it presents and the solutions that may exist. Let’s frame it this way:
You are a sustainability officer for a company. You need to write a proposal for your corporate executive that deals with an issue of sustainability that you see within the company. Begin by describing the problem, move to why it is a concern, and then what are potential solutions to the problem. 
The proposal must have formal styling, as this is your boss you’re writing to, and long enough to describe the issues being faced with detailed information on how we can potentially solve the problem. To help you frame this aspect, it needs to be 3-5 written pages in length with size 12 Times New Roman font, 1in margins.  Additionally, you need to provide a cover page and a page of references. These sheets do not apply to your page counts. 
– argue for the to persuade the company
– a solution 
– background information
– resources

Food is an indicator of cultural identity and change. In fact, many scholars consider food an expression of national/local identity. Considering the example of a traditional dish, in this case, Key Lime Pie (the official pie of Florida since 2006), answer the following question using key definitions related to this topic and included in the course textbook (Getis et al. 2017), including but not limited to cultural diffusion and its two major types: expansion diffusion and relocation diffusion (including the most relevant example of relocation diffusion: “The Columbian Exchange”), globalization, etc.:
Can Key Lime Pie (from Florida USA) be considered an expression of globalization?
Any geographically-based essay must answer three broad questions: Where? Why? (and how?), and, So what? (or, why is this important?).
For example, where is located the center of domestication of the plants and animals (ingredients) included in a Key Lime pie: wheat (crackers), lime (juice and zest), chicken (eggs), sugarcane (sugar), cattle (butter, whipping cream, condensed milk)? [map Centers of Plant and Animal Domestication (Getis et al. 2017).
Why (and how) were these ingredients introduced to the country where this dish was developed (Florida, USA)? [cultural diffusion and in its two major types: relocation and expansion diffusion.]
The “So what?” or, in other words, “why is this important?” question is an overview of the principle elements that can explain how this recipe was developed in this country and must include a conclusions paragraph of your analysis. Your answer should reflect knowledge of the topic applying the concepts learned in our course, and, most importantly, using your own words. Working in teams is not allowed. Explain your answer in NO less than 500 words and no more than 800 words. Essays that are less than 500 words in total will lose points. The word count does not include your name, PID, the title of your essay, Bibliography, or if you copy the question posed in your work. Your work must also include at-least a one-page image (picture) related to the examples provided, and a reference of the source where we can find this information, both in your essay (next to the picture) and in your bibliography page.

In this assignment, you will compose an essay based on your family’s history of migration, starting from the ancestral origin of our species in Africa in a process described by de Blij and Muller (2010: 282) as the first round of globalization: “Africanization.” This took place several tens of thousands of years ago. Your essay must also describe the background of both of your parents’ families. Regardless of your ethnic background or family origin, all people living in the Americas (North, Middle, and/or South America) are descendants of migrants or are recent migrants. Even the ancestors of Native American populations came to the Americas crossing the Behring Land bridge (today’s Behring Strait) more than 14,000 years-before-present. It is interesting to note that in Canada these groups are known as “First Nations.” You must include references of your family’s [or your own] migration to the United States or to South Florida starting in our ancestral homeland (Africa), and the push or pull factors that may have influenced or contributed to their/your migration. You may describe your family’s originating country and culture, and how living in the United States has influenced or changed various tenets within that culture.
Your answer should reflect knowledge of the topic applying the concepts learned in our course, and, most importantly, using your own words. Please note that it is not allowed to work in teams. You must explain your answer in NO less than 500 words and no more than 800 words. Essays that are less than 500 words in total will lose points. The word count does not include your name, PID, the title of your essay, Bibliography, or if you copy the question posed in your work.
You must also demonstrate knowledge of this theme by using key definitions related to the topic of this assignment: migration, push and pull factors, etc., and included in our course textbook. Any geographically-based essay must answer three broad questions: Where? Why? (and how?), and, So what? (or, in other words, why is this important?). For instance, you can answer the following questions: Where did your father’s family (or his last name) originated? Where did your mother’s family (or her last name) originated? Why did your father’s/mother’s family migrated from their homeland? [push – pull factors?] In answering to the “So what?” question you must use the information you have included in the first two sections (Where? and Why?); this is an overview of your family background. It is also important to mention that if you don’t know much about your family background, you can include references to your ethnicity, and their path to migration to this country we know today as U.S.A. You can also make reference to the origin of the last names of your parents. Since this essay is based on the topic of migration, we would suggest you to start your essay by introducing this topic and its key definitions (i.e., what is Africanization, migration, push and pull factors?). In any case, it is very important that your essay mentions all aspects related to the “Africanization of the world”, as part of what de Blij and Muller call, “…the first great wave of globalization.” (2010: 282), and other aspects related to the major waves of human migration in the process of world colonization mentioned here.
Ethnicity: Cuban from both parents.

Infographic Assignment: Unveiling a Region
For this infographic assignment, choose between Southeast Asia or South Asia from the learning contents. You will create an informative infographic that explores the following aspects of your chosen region.
Choose Your Region:
Southeast Asia:
Design an infographic that captures the Mekong Delta’s significance for Southeast Asia’s present and future development. Consider economic, geopolitical, and environmental aspects. Additionally, highlight the key challenges facing the Delta.
OR,
South Asia:
Partition’s Legacy: Create an infographic that explores the history of the partition of India in 1947, its impact on the current social, economic, and political landscape of South Asia, and the roles and experiences of women during this tumultuous period in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.
Steps:
Explore the Learning Contents on Canvas.
In addition, utilize credible sources like academic journals, news articles from reputable organizations, and government websites to gather information on your chosen topic.
Choose the most compelling information to represent your region and focus. This could include statistics, facts, historical timelines, or comparisons.
Visual Design:
Layout & Organization: Present information clearly and logically using sections, charts, graphs, and maps where appropriate.
Color Scheme: Choose a color palette that reflects the region’s vibrancy or is relevant to your chosen focus.
Source Attribution: Cite your sources within the infographic.
Software: I highly recommend you explore and try using the free online design tools like CanvaLinks to an external site.. Presentation software like PowerPoint should also work. Whichever medium you chose to use, please the submit the infographic in JPEG, TIFF, or PDF format.
Evaluation Criteria:
Accuracy of Information: (30%) Ensure all information is factual and verifiable.
Visual Design & Clarity: (30%) The infographic should be well-organized and easily understood.
Content & Focus: (30%) The content effectively addresses the questions from a regional scale of your chosen region.
Creativity & Originality: (10%) The infographic demonstrates a unique and engaging approach to presenting information.

Geologic resources include geologic hazards, groundwater, caves, and karst features, paleontological (fossil) resources which serve as the landscape foundations that support diverse ecosystems preserving the lands for current and future generations sustaining the long-term health and biological diversity of ecosystems 
Module 7 Project Work Part 1: Lithosphere Analysis
In this module, you will complete the collection of data for the NRI for the community you care about by selecting one lithospheric element relative to your community.
Research the state of the lithosphere in your study area (Study area is- Fayetteville NC)
Below are resources that may help you identify elements that are affecting the geologic resources in and around your community. 
Potentially active volcano hazardsLinks to an external site.  (https://www.usgs.gov/natural-hazards/volcano-hazards/)
Seismic hazards by stateLinks to an external site. (https://www.usgs.gov/natural-hazards/earthquake-hazards/information-region)
Landslide hazardsLinks to an external site.  (https://usgs.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=ae120962f459434b8c904b456c82669d)
Coastal Change hazards portalLinks to an external site. (https://marine.usgs.gov/coastalchangehazardsportal/)
As was the case with your other spheres, you should explore both causes and effects relative to your selected lithospheric element.

Food is an indicator of cultural identity and change. In fact, many scholars consider food an expression of national/local identity. Considering the example of a traditional dish, in this case, Key Lime Pie (the official pie of Florida since 2006), answer the following question using key definitions related to this topic and included in the course textbook (Getis et al. 2017), including but not limited to cultural diffusion and its two major types: expansion diffusion and relocation diffusion (including the most relevant example of relocation diffusion: “The Columbian Exchange”), globalization, etc.:
Can Key Lime Pie (from Florida USA) be considered an expression of globalization?
Any geographically-based essay must answer three broad questions: Where? Why? (and how?), and, So what? (or, why is this important?).
For example, where is located the center of domestication of the plants and animals (ingredients) included in a Key Lime pie: wheat (crackers), lime (juice and zest), chicken (eggs), sugarcane (sugar), cattle (butter, whipping cream, condensed milk)? [map Centers of Plant and Animal Domestication (Getis et al. 2017).
Why (and how) were these ingredients introduced to the country where this dish was developed (Florida, USA)? [cultural diffusion and in its two major types: relocation and expansion diffusion.]
The “So what?” or, in other words, “why is this important?” question is an overview of the principle elements that can explain how this recipe was developed in this country and must include a conclusions paragraph of your analysis. Your answer should reflect knowledge of the topic applying the concepts learned in our course, and, most importantly, using your own words. Working in teams is not allowed. Explain your answer in NO less than 500 words and no more than 800 words. Essays that are less than 500 words in total will lose points. The word count does not include your name, PID, the title of your essay, Bibliography, or if you copy the question posed in your work. Your work must also include at-least a one-page image (picture) related to the examples provided, and a reference of the source where we can find this information, both in your essay (next to the picture) and in your bibliography page.

Spatial mapping project: The focus should be the distribution of some spatial phenomenon of of physical geographic interest and create a map (or series of maps) to highlight your results. Your video presentation should talk through the project.
Research the distribution of a spatial phenomenon of your interest and create a map (or series of maps) to highlight your results Summary (PDF ): In addition you need to write up a one page summary of the information in your presentation. I plan to design a social mapping project involving urban green areas and their ease of access in a citywide condition. For me, the subject matter is this one and this is the reason because I am really keen to know answers to many questions relating to this connection between urban areas and public health. With this project, we will find out what share of parks, gardens, and other green areas city dwellers have by assessing the effects of population density, earnings and transportation upon this distribution. I will try to map the spatial distribution of urban green spaces which will help me identify places deprived of greenery and suggesting possibilities for advancing the whole process of social equity while improving the availability of green spaces in urban contexts.

MAIN QUESTION: Neighbourhoods are key to understanding the mechanisms through which
inequalities are created. Discuss.
PLEASE refer to the attached files for content and HOW to actually write it.

Make use of all of
the materials in the course. If you go to materials outside the course, only
use sources found through the websites on the course syllabus. No matter what
your source, be sure to do in text citations to let me know what you are using.
For example, if you are quoting an article by Lotstein, in the text of your
answer, write (Lotstein, 2023). At the end of the particular question, cite
each complete source you used in APA format.
You should not write more than 1-2
pages for each question. What does that mean? Try to say as much as you can in
a limited space. Be aware that I do not respond kindly, with good grades, to
fluff! What is fluff? There are a lot of words that say nothing or a word
salad. Be sure every word counts for something or means something.
1.
A.
What does adaptation mean?
B.
How does that relate to climate change?
C.
How are people adapting or planning to adapt to climate change—what are they
doing and where?
D.
Evaluate whether you think this is an effective strategy—what are the pros and
cons of this effort to adapt?
E.
Discuss three examples of people adapting to climate change. 
2.
Discuss three examples of people working to slow or stop climate change.
A.
Where is this taking place?
B.
What are they doing?
C.
How are they doing this?
D.
Evaluate whether this is an effective strategy.
3
Reflection: revisit your local area that you studied for your neighborhood map
and analysis.
A.
What takeaways from this class can you apply to understanding where you live,
how your life and the lives of the people around you contribute to climate
change?
B.
How may you fight in your own neighborhood or local area to contain climate
change, and/or adapt to climate change?
C.
What can you take from the study of Geography and bring back to share with your
communities?
D.
Where do you think you would share it to find meaning in your life?

After reviewing the item Read: List of Food Origins in the Module 1: Week 1 Learn section, describe the origin/history of one of your favorite foods. Describe the transport technologies used to bring it to your table. Discuss the energy demands of your foods production, with at least one technical reference. (For example, gallons of water to produce one pound of your favorite nuts or pounds of feed and grazing requirement for your favorite meat animal). State whether or not your food is an environmentally friendly or energy efficient food.
List of food origins – Wikipedia