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Can you post it - I would really like to read it mrgreen

well we need to change drastically or were doomed
ok here is one I have another one to
We must find ways to preserve and expand our environmental resources if we want a sustainable environment for future generations. We know so little about environmental interactions that we can’t even begin to predict long-term effects. For example it took nearly 15 years of study before we understood the relationship between the pesticide DDT and the declining populations of bald eagles, and we are still studying the effects of burning fossil fuels and global warming. The solutions to our environmental problems require both individual as well as universal action. Cooperation is necessary at international, national, and local levels conserving, saving, recycling, and discovering new, more efficient products to help us do the things we do every day. Humans have an obvious impact on the environment and it is up to each one of us to save our planet for future generations.
Throughout history we have seen and felt the effects of our actions on the environment, but still many people continue to believe that we haven’t affected the planet at all. Everyday we continue to deplete our resources such as trees, minerals, fossil fuels, water, plants and animals. We can prevent this depletion through conservation of these precious resources. By recycling aluminum, for example, the same piece of material is reused in a series of products, reducing the amount of aluminum ore that must be mined. Also development of new technologies can also reduce the pressure we place on these resources even before they are fully depleted. Fiber optics, for example, has substituted for copper in many electrical applications, and it is anticipated that renewable sources of energy, such as photovoltaic cells, wind power, and hydropower, will ultimately take the place of fossil fuels when stocks are depleted. Fossil fuels like oil and natural gas are formed over millions of years. If we use up all of the existing oil there will be no more for our descendants to use.
Even renewable resources such as fish and trees can be depleted. If trees are cut down faster than new ones can grow, we will run out of trees if all of the trees on a mountain are cut down, wind and rain will carry away the fertile topsoil and it may take many generations for trees to grow there again, this process is called deforestation. Species of fish have been fished out of existence and there is less in the ocean every year Because of this the actions and manpower needed to save our planet it is impossible to reach.
Some companies have taken environmental initiatives and have started using and creating more environmentally friendly methods. While other companies are conveying the importance of taking care of our planet and the creatures that live on it. For example a quote from Warner Bros. Studios “Warner Bros. believes that everyone can play a leading role in environmental stewardship. By making a few simple choices, you can help conserve natural resources and ensure a healthy environment for future generations.” They have done their part by including a seafood watch guide in their latest movie release Happy Feet. The guide lists fish choices for healthy oceans for instance best choices are those fish that are abundant well managed and caught or farmed in environmentally friendly ways and the ones to avoid are harvested in ways that harm the marine ecosystems.
The most effective and efficient means for conserving biological resources is to prevent the loss of important habitats and to manage resources for their long-term productivity of goods and services. In many cases, effective conservation in the field is no longer possible. For example, some species have been so depleted that only a few individuals remain in their natural habitat. In these cases, there is no alternative to the conservation of species and genetic resources in zoos, botanical gardens, and seed banks. Worldwide, zoos contain more than 3000 species of birds, 1000 species of mammals, and 1200 species of reptiles and botanic gardens are believed to hold nearly 80,000 species of plants. These collections hold many endangered species, some of which have breeding populations and thus could potentially be returned to the wild. Gene banks hold an important collection of the genetic diversity of crops and livestock which will be an important asset to our planet’s needs.
So now the real question has become, can our planet be saved? There is no real answer yet. We need to start making dramatic worldwide changes such as; finding and using more efficient fuel sources and limiting harvesting of animals, plants, and renewable and nonrenewable resources. We can help by being more environmentally conscience in our daily activities such as turn off lights when they’re not being used, use energy efficient appliances, carpool or use mass transit as often as possible, and support businesses that help our environment. It is up to each one of us to do our part and if we do we can save the planet for future generations.

Now we all just need to do our best in saving the planet - at least until we figure out how to complete the Gundams

please - do

Unh hunh... 3nodding

I can only hope that the human race as a whole can become more eco-wise

Unfortunatly, it all rides on who gets elected into office next year. If we get another man like Bush, we're screwed. There will be no more time. We need as fast as action as possible, and if we don't, I believe it's all over.

I agree on what Shark said. 3nodding