Friedman, David. “Vehicular Pollution.” Pollution A to Z, edited by Richard M. Stapleton, vol. 2, Macmillan Reference USA, 2004, pp. 272-278. Gale eBooks, https://link.gale.com/apps/doc/CX3408100263/GVRL?u=newpaltz&sid=GVRL&xid=cc710d5f. Accessed 5 Oct. 2020.
Summary:
In this section of the book, Pollution A-Z David Friedman describes vehicular pollution, more specifically the gasses emitted by the combustion engine. Although this article was written in 2004 the combustion engine is still the most common type of engine. The introduction of the electric car has presented itself but is not nearly as far along. Friedman states that at the time 92 million Americans live in areas with chronic smog problems and more than 55 million Americans will suffer from unhealthy levels of fine-particle pollution, which is especially harmful to children and senior citizens. Friedman also goes into the specific gasses that enter the atmosphere such as Ozone (O3), Particulate matter, and Nitrogen oxides (NOx). All important information for the current paper.
Evaluation/Reflection:
Pollution A-Z is a credible source as it was found on the Gale database through the Sojourner Truth Library. This book is an opportunity to focus on a different perspective of pollution. It is common knowledge that cars, trucks, and other vehicles cause environmental problems by burning fossil fuels in combustion engines, but it is not immediately brought up when talking about big retail transportation. Walmart is a prime example, they have already established a large transportation system from factories to various stores and will further increase this transportation with a new delivery service as an attempt to rival Amazon. This will considerably increase vehicular emissions. Most often people focus on the massive factories that produce emissions and pollute the environment but a large portion of these problems are caused by mass transportation. Bringing in different aspects of pollution will keep a reader intrigued and will differentiate it from other papers talking about similar topics. Varied yet important research is essential for a successful paper no matter what the topic.
Menagh, M. “The Business of Going Green.” Omni, vol. 13, no. 9, June 1991, p. 42. EBSCOhost, search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=a9h&AN=9107152730&site=ehost-live.
Summary:
The Business of Going Green by Menagh, M. discusses the economic and financial benefits of going green in a work environment. The article is mainly a compilation of discussions and observations regarding different work environments discussing the benefits of a more environmentally conscious business plan. For example, government-enforced green habits and government-funded projects of the same vein are discussed and encouraged in certain circumstances. Going green is a viable option for many big businesses and many experts agree green companies will leave their “dirty” companions far behind in the near future. Additionally, Menagh, M. provides solutions and tips for businesses to slowly incorporate environmentally friendly practices in the workplace. The main topics being lighting, air quality, and conservation.
Importance:
This article focuses on the benefits of large corporations shifting to more environmentally-conscious practices. This is in fair contrast with the previous source talking about the dangers of emissions on the environment and on the surrounding inhabitants. This provides a more tangible solution to the environmental crisis instead of just talking about the issues and providing no resolution. This effectively closes the paper and grants the reader a sensible solution. This article is a reliable source as it was found on the Gale database.