https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu Economics en-us 2023-09-26 18:35:49 UTC 2023-09-29 18:21:01 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f938-2640.png blongnecker207314 https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2725705911 POSITIVES:
- can help prevent flooding by regulating water flow
- stores water for various uses
- can be a tourist attraction for boating, fishing, and swimming
- consistent source of water for hydropower generation
NEGATIVES:
- can disrupt ecosystems
- can lead to water quality problems
- can result in a catastrophe such as property damage
- displacement can lead to social and cultural disruptions]]> 2023-09-29 07:48:12 UTC https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2725705911 blongnecker207314 https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2725716068 POSITIVES:
- provides education access for all children
- can boost an economy's productivity and competitiveness
- reduces the likelihood of students engaging in criminal activities
- brings together students from various backgrounds
NEGATIVES:
- may be underfunded with inadequate resources and lower quality education
- violence and bullying can negatively impact the learning environment
- inequality of educational opportunities among schools and regions
- the pressure of standardized testing]]> 2023-09-29 07:59:46 UTC https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2725716068 blongnecker207314 https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2725722121 POSITIVES:
- they can provide better protection, increasing passenger safety
- they have more space and seating capacity
- they are suitable for various weather conditions
- some people can use it for bragging rights and hold it as a symbol of status
NEGATIVES:
- higher gas emissions and air pollution
- can contribute to traffic congestion
- higher fuel consumption
- higher risk to pedestrians and others in smaller vehicles due to size and weight]]> 2023-09-29 08:06:30 UTC https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2725722121 blongnecker207314 https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2726258843 POSITIVES:
- use of positive energy sources such as renewables and natural gas
- invests in cleaner energy production, improving air quality
- creates jobs in construction and maintenance which benefits local economies
- they invest in green technologies and energy efficiency
NEGATIVES:
- can still negatively affect ecosystems and cause water pollution despite their efforts to reduce environmental impact
- associated with wildfire incidents due to its power lines which is a safety risk
- investments in clean energy can lead to higher electricity rates for consumers
- costs more for clean energy and causes lower income households to struggle]]> 2023-09-29 15:47:20 UTC https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2726258843 blongnecker207314 https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2726293564 POSITIVES:
- helps control the spread of COVID-19
- recovers the economy by allowing businesses to reopen
- widespread vaccination helps stop the global spread of the virus and reduces the risk of new variants emerging
- reduces illness, hospitalization, and deaths which benefits public health
NEGATIVES:
- vaccine distribution inequalities can affect global health
- can lead to more dangerous variants if it spreads across unvaccinated populations
- can lead to vaccine hesitancy reducing vaccination rates
- vaccinated individuals can still get infected]]> 2023-09-29 16:15:13 UTC https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2726293564 blongnecker207314 https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2726350574 POSITIVES:
- can improve the quality of life for nearby residents
- encourages physical activity which improves public health
- forms a sense of community and brings people together from all backgrounds
- can attract tourists and boost local businesses
NEGATIVES:
- parks can be noisy and cause a disruption for nearby residents
- can attract activities such as vandalism or illegal substance abuse and can impact the safety of the area
- creating and maintaining parks requires many ongoing financial resources
- requires the removal of natural habitats and may impact local wildlife and ecosystems]]> 2023-09-29 17:04:16 UTC https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2726350574 blongnecker207314 https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2726403357 POSITIVES:
- can stimulate local economies by attracting fans that spend money at nearby businesses
- can benefit the local labor market
- leads to improvements in transportation and infrastructure in the surrounding area
- can serve as venues for youth sports programs, encouraging physical activity
NEGATIVES:
- football games can lead to traffic congestion which is inconvenient for local residents
- generates significant noise pollution
- can lead to increased crime in the area
- has environmental consequences such as energy consumption and waste generation]]> 2023-09-29 17:52:43 UTC https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2726403357 blongnecker207314 https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2726411826 POSITIVES:
- improves water quality by removing pollutants and contaminants
- helps preserve and protect local wildlife and habitats
- reduces risks of waterborne diseases, benefiting public health
- creates job opportunities in the community
NEGATIVES:
- consumes a significant amount of energy
- the process requires the use of chemicals which can have environmental impacts
- can generate noise and unpleasant odors
- building and maintaining these can be expensive]]> 2023-09-29 18:00:16 UTC https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2726411826 blongnecker207314 https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2726428122 POSITIVES:
- students have the opportunity to study a wider range of subjects in a single day
- allows a more balanced curriculum
- interacting with multiple teachers exposes students to different teaching styles and perspectives
- can mirror the college or university class schedule
NEGATIVES:
- shorter class periods potentially limit student engagement
- teachers may find it challenging to manage and prepare for multiple classes a day
- frequent changes of subject can make it difficult for students to focus
- can be mentally and physically draining for both students and teachers]]> 2023-09-29 18:15:20 UTC https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2726428122 blongnecker207314 https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2726433835 POSITIVES:
- offers activities such as swimming, sunbathing, and overall relaxation
- serves as a gathering place for local communities
- attracts tourists which boosts the local economy
- promotes physical activity and can have positive effects on mental health
NEGATIVES:
- high visitor numbers can lead to environmental degradation
- can become noisy and crowded which can be disturbances to nearby residents
- causes safety risks such as drowning, sunburn and water related accidents
- maintenance can be costly for local governments and taxpayers]]> 2023-09-29 18:21:01 UTC https://padlet.com/blongnecker207314/z1zfwpymwzq3nunu/wish/2726433835