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Creator:: Stefanovich Petrova, Maria A.
Abstract:: Renewable energy resources, such as wind, solar, and wave, have a number of advantages compared to traditional fossil fuels. Numerous studies attest to the physical potential for wave energy development in Oregon. In transitioning from conventional fossil fuel to alternative energy provision, citizen understanding of the global energy problems and...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . I owe my gratitude to Professor Denise Lach, whose advice and encouragement kept me going during

Creator:: Shaw, Christine Michelle
Abstract:: Natural resource decisions require consideration at many levels, ranging from how one invertebrate will be affected by a nearby road, to how an entire watershed will be transformed by a massive clearcut. Considerations reach farther than just the local ecological community-human communities, economies, and future impacts on the communities and...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: greatly appreciated. As my Sociology minor advisor, the mere presence of Denise Lach on my committee has

Creator:: Bhattarai, Mukesh
Abstract:: Concerns over climate change and energy security have spurred governments worldwide to encourage the development of renewable energy. Although public attitudes and macro-politics, in general, show moderate to strong support for renewables- in particular, wind power- largely because of the economic and environmental benefits associated with it. However, local politics...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: : Brent S. Steel, representing Political Science Denise Lach, representing Sociology

Creator:: Hubbard, Monica L.
Abstract:: The overall purpose of this research is to assess the Oregon public's capacity to address water resources disturbances through civil society. According to scientists and resource managers, Oregon's water resources are over taxed and at risk, with future projections placing additional stress from climate change and population growth. Oregon's 2009...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: and kindness I am eternally indebted. I want to extend my thanks and gratitude to Dr. Denise Lach

Creator:: Hubbard, Monica L.
Abstract:: The goal of this analysis is to use the social construction framework to determine 1) whether the Oregon Drug Take Back Program stakeholder group can design a public policy that will ultimately reduce water contamination from the improper disposal of unused pharmaceuticals from the general public, and 2) use the...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: : ______________________________________________________ Brent S. Steel __________________________________________________ Denise H. Lach

Creator:: Choi, Eugene
Abstract:: This dissertation focuses on a central question for six countries in Asia: what factors affect environmentalism? Numerous studies have proposed mixed theoretical explanations for the relationship between diverse values and beliefs regarding environmentalism. Although these diverse studies propose theories for the fast-growing and multifaceted environmentalism in Asia, here it is...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: to me. I thank as well Professor Denise Lach. I learned how to evaluate the real world in her

Creator:: Vaughan, Andres
Abstract:: The Bolivian government is using a portion of the rent generated from its fossil fuel reserves to fund unconditional cash transfers as a means of redistributing resources. Although some countries have enacted conditional cash transfers in the past, these unconditional transfers are unique since they only have been implemented in...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Rodriguez and the Rodriquez family, Denise Lach, Patrick Emerson, Amas Aduviri, Andrea Shady, Gladys Cruz

Creator:: Golya, Tamas
Abstract:: In order to mitigate climate change and increase sustainability, many states and nations have introduced policies intended to support the growth of renewable energy sources. Among these sources, wind energy has risen most prominently in the 21st century. However, its rise has been accompanied by various constraints and by local...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: former director of the School of Public Policy, Dr. Denise Lach. I am indebted to Dr. Candice Landry

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