Areas of Interest allow you to identify the major research, education, citizenship, and outreach initiatives
that match your interests. Below are descriptions of each Area of Interest and the types of topics you might
find there. Since many topics are interdisciplinary, they may fall under more than one Area of Interest.
Can farmers be ecologically friendly, while achieving the necessary yields to turn a profit? How do conventional and organic food systems differ, scientifically and politically? What are the impacts of irrigation on our water supply? Can using crop waste as 'biofuel' be a viable solution for the shortage in our energy supply? These are just a few of the questions that this Area of Interest might explore; the sky is the limit!
Is shade-grown coffee more bird friendly than sun-grown? Are debt-for-nature swaps to preserve forested land a means to achieve conservation goals? Can certain moss species serve as indicators for sustainable timber management? How does competition over water between humans and animals influence species diversity? These are just a few of the questions that this Area of Interest might explore; the sky is the limit!
Can you put a price on ecosystem services such as water filtering through a wetland? Does free trade policy mean that the environment will be pillaged in both the developed and developing world? What is the role of multinational corporations and corporate social responsibility in environmental management? These are just a few of the questions that this Area of Interest might explore; the sky is the limit!
What is the science behind our changing climate? Do wind turbines adversely impact our bird populations? How can academics work with industry to reduce pollution? Is it cost effective to invest in renewables? These are just a few of the questions that this Area of Interest might explore; the sky is the limit!
How can nations level the playing field if natural resources are not distributed equally? Can consensus over environmental issues bring nations in conflict together to discuss more divisive challenges such as national security? Why are landfills and hazardous waste disposal facilities more prevalent in neighborhoods with lower average income? What is the role of gender in environmental preservation? These are just a few of the questions that this Area of Interest might explore; the sky is the limit!
What are some of the environmental causes of childhood asthma? How will avian influenza outbreaks impact the long term well-being of farmers and consumers? Are there mechanisms to decrease waterborne illness common to human settlements, livestock and wildlife? What are the scientific and ethical arguments associated with hunting as a tool to manage animal populations? These are just a few of the questions that this Area of Interest might explore; the sky is the limit!
Is a gas tax a good idea? How do nations follow the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) differently? How do you plan a new neighborhood that minimizes runoff and preserves open space? Which is more eco-friendly on a roof—solar panels or a rooftop garden? These are just a few of the questions that this Area of Interest might explore; the sky is the limit!
What is the potential of bio-filtration systems versus natural attenuation to manage waste? How might hydrogen power shape our energy supply? Are certain technologies in manufacturing effectively transferred to developing countries? Can carbon sequestration combat climate change? These are just a few of the questions that this Area of Interest might explore; the sky is the limit!
How does nitrogen pollution impact our rivers, estuaries and oceans? What strategies could politicians make to resolve conflict over transboundary watersheds? How can organizations ensure access to clean water in striving toward sustainable development? At what rate can the world’s fisheries sustain harvesting at the current rate? These are just a few of the questions that this Area of Interest might explore; the sky is the limit!
This box provides EcoLinkUp acccount holders with quick links to their chosen areas of interest.
