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Data-Driven Solutions to Environmental Challenges: Predicting and Managing Pollution with Machine Learning

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Data-Driven Solutions to Environmental Challenges: Predicting and Managing Pollution with Machine Learning Data science is playing an increasingly vital role in tackling complex environmental challenges, particularly in urban settings where pollution and resource management are major concerns. One especially promising area is the use of machine learning to predict air pollution levels. With growing volumes of data from satellites, ground sensors, traffic feeds, and weather stations, it’s now possible to develop predictive models that track and forecast concentrations of pollutants like PM2.5, nitrogen dioxide, and ozone with remarkable accuracy. The…

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The Global Housing Crisis

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The Global Housing Crisis Housing is a fundamental human need and a recognized human right under international law. Yet, access to affordable, adequate, and secure housing is increasingly out of reach for millions. The global housing crisis is not simply a matter of insufficient supply but reflects deep-rooted structural inequalities. It is a symptom of market failure, political neglect, and growing socio-economic divides. This article aims to unpack the drivers and dimensions of the global housing crisis and outline paths forward to ensure inclusive urban futures. Several intersecting factors have…

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Safe drinking water

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Safe drinking water is a human right, yet millions of people drink water unknowably contaminated with dangerous substances. With the prevalence of toxic tap water, questions about the water governance and the capacity of regulatory agencies to protect public health are critical. Excluded people, especially low-income communities and communities of color, frequently suffer outdated water management practices and have disproportionate water quality risks (Deen A et al.). Besides, emerging contaminants like agricultural runoff, skincare, and pharmaceuticals increasingly contaminate drinking water supplies and hinder the efforts to maintain clean water (Crane…

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Youth Unemployment and the Crisis of Opportunity: A Global Social Challenge

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Youth Unemployment and the Crisis of Opportunity: A Global Social Challenge Youth represent the most dynamic segment of the global population, yet millions face the bleak reality of joblessness. Despite increasing levels of education, many young people remain trapped in a cycle of unemployment, underemployment, or precarious informal work. In the wake of COVID-19, automation, and climate-related disruptions, the future of work is evolving rapidly—often to the detriment of those still entering the labor force. This article examines the systemic roots of youth unemployment and its wide-ranging social effects, while…

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Climate Adaptation and Community Resilience

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Climate Adaptation and Community Resilience Climate change is no longer a distant threat but a present reality reshaping environments, economies, and human lives. Mitigation efforts—such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions—are essential but insufficient on their own. Adaptation strategies, which involve adjusting to current and anticipated climate impacts, must be integrated into the broader sustainability agenda. In this context, community resilience—the ability of local populations to absorb, recover from, and adapt to climatic disruptions—becomes a crucial element of sustainable development. Community resilience encompasses social, economic, and ecological dimensions. It is built…

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Plastic Pollution: A Major Challenge to Environmental Sustainability

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Plastic Pollution: A Major Challenge to Environmental Sustainability In today’s society, environmental sustainability faces numerous severe challenges, among which plastic pollution is particularly prominent. Thanks to its characteristics of being lightweight, durable, and low-cost, plastic is widely used in modern life, from food packaging to industrial materials, and it can be found everywhere. However, this has also led to the proliferation of plastic waste on a global scale. A large amount of plastic garbage is randomly discarded on land and in the ocean. In the ocean, plastic waste not only…

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ESG Investing: Aligning Capital with Sustainable and Ethical Goals

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ESG Investing: Aligning Capital with Sustainable and Ethical Goals The global financial system is undergoing a transformation as traditional investment models give way to approaches that incorporate environmental and social factors. ESG investing, which evaluates a company’s performance on environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and governance practices, has grown from a niche strategy to a mainstream imperative. Amid rising climate risks, stakeholder activism, and demands for transparency, ESG metrics now inform decision-making across asset classes and geographic boundaries. In doing so, ESG investing not only reshapes capital allocation but also serves…

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Realization of South Korea’s Gender Inequality

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Realization of South Korea’s Gender Inequality When I was 15, I was a normal female student in Korean middle school. The only special thing about me that was different from others was that I went to a girl’s middle school in south Korea. As I was separated from all males in South Korean society for 3 middle school years, I wasn’t able to sense the level of gender inequality in south Korean society. However, when I stepped out from the protection of the girl’s middle school and started to experience…

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Data’s Green Frontier: Algorithmic Approaches to Earth’s Toughest Challenges

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Data’s Green Frontier: Algorithmic Approaches to Earth’s Toughest Challenges The escalating environmental crisis demands more than conventional solutions; it calls for a revolution in how we understand and interact with our planet. This revolution is increasingly being spearheaded by the sophisticated methodologies of data science, offering powerful new lenses through which to view, predict, and ultimately mitigate ecological degradation. Traditional empirical models often struggle with the inherent complexity and vast scale of natural systems, leaving critical gaps in our ability to formulate effective interventions. Data science, conversely, thrives on such…

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The Financial Statements Comparison Between Exxon Mobil Corporation and Chevron Corporation

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The Financial Statements Comparison Between Exxon Mobil Corporation and Chevron Corporation Zhaojun Luo University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Champaign-IL-61820, USA zl113@illinois.edu Abstract. The study embarked upon a comprehensive financial analysis of Exxon Mobil and Chevron, aiming to discern their fiscal health from 2023 onwards. The Exxon Mobil and Chevron are the two leading companies of energy industry. Central to this essay is answering: ‘How are these energy giants faring in today’s dynamic energy industry?” To address this question, this article will utilize the financial data from 2023 Wall Street Journal as…

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