Describe the pollutant chosen and the source of the pollutants. Include both natural and human sources, as applicable.
Is this a point-source pollutant or nonpoint-source pollutant? Explain.
What are the harmful impacts of the pollution?
Describe impacts to both humans and to ecosystem structure and function.
What steps are in place to eliminate the pollutant or to mitigate harm from the pollutant?
Describe examples of laws or regulations that apply to the pollution and its sources.
Also, describe educational programs, technology, or other initiatives that are used to help control the pollution.
Have the programs, best management practices, or regulations been effective in resolving harm from the pollutant?
Give examples of progress, or explain with examples what more could be done.
Choose 1 U.S. environmental law. State the name of the law and the date the law was passed.
Summarize the major provisions of the law that you chose.
Describe the economic impact of the law. Provide specific economic data from credible references.
Has the law improved the environment or situation? Provide specific data from credible references.
Do you think that sound science has proven that global warming is a credible threat or not?
Should the United States adopt additional policies or laws to curb greenhouse gas emissions?
What should these policies or laws regulate or encourage?