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Characterizing Linkages Between the Climate, Cryosphere, and Impacts on Run-of-River Hydropower in Data-Sparse Mountain Environments

Creator:: Mosier, Thomas M.
Abstract:: In many regions of the world, a significant portion of the surface water originates in mountain headwaters where the timing and magnitude of streamflow is largely dictated by the seasonal storage of precipitation as snowpack and long-term storage as glaciers. Accumulation, persistence, and melt of snow and ice are functions...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: , and Impacts on Run-of-River Hydropower in Data-Sparse Mountain Environments AN ABSTRACT OF THE

How the progression of nuclear technology in French Culture has led to a more sustainable country

Creator:: Moreno, Joel T.
Abstract:: Of the major players in the birth and growth of nuclear technology, France and the United States are two of the biggest. Their glaring differences in culture and political regimes, therefore, have resulted in two very different attitudes toward adoption and implementation of nuclear power. Through extensive literary research, cultural...
Resource Type:: Undergraduate Thesis
Full Text:: Yucca Mountain down. However, many key factors played a role in France’s ability to circumvent this

Public Perception of Natural Gas Export: The Jordan Cove Energy Project

Creator:: Mooney, Rachel L.
Abstract:: Fracking and natural gas have been widely studied in public opinion research over the years, but few studies evaluate natural gas export and the perceptions of its associated economic benefits and environmental risks. Since the shale revolution in the early 2000s, the U.S. transitioned from a net natural gas importer...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: David Bernell, representing Political Science Rachel Mooney, Author

Understanding Community Opposition to Industrial Scale Wind Farm Sitings and the Impacts of Federal Fast Track Initiatives in Southern California: A Case Study of the Tule and Ocotillo Wind Energy Facilities

Creator:: Allouzi, Yousef
Abstract:: As climate change forces energy policy to incorporate environmental impacts and fuel diversification into the traditional model of energy security, finding ways to site, develop, and deliver renewable energy has taken on increasing importance across the United States. With no consistent federal framework to implement these changes, much of the...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: ____________________________________ Hilary Boudet ____________________________________ David Bernell I

The Sustainability of Community Microgrids: Case Studies of Beaverton and Portland, Oregon

Creator:: Butler, Lily
Abstract:: This thesis is one part of a study to compare and contrast 10 different proposals and finished projects for microgrids, and the associated community perceptions and response. It has been posited that microgrids have the potential to improve the resiliency and reliability of the electricity grid. In recent years, there...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: _____________________________________________________________________ David Bernell, Committee Member, representing College of Liberal Arts, Political Science

Metaphor, Malheur, and Government: A Comparative Rhetorical Examination of Metaphor Usage the Occupation of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge

Creator:: Siegner, Samantha C.
Abstract:: On January 2, 2016 a militia occupied the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in Oregon and captured national attention. The militia vowed to occupy until certain demands were met, and among these demands was a call for less federal control of land. While the occupation lasted 41 days, the militia remained...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: would like to recognize Dr. David Bernell who epitomizes what it means to serve students. I am

Donating Democracy: Measuring the Effectiveness of Foreign Aid in Central Asia

Creator:: Michaels, Julia
Abstract:: The promotion of democracy abroad has become a critical national security objective for the United States. Since the collapse of the Soviet Union, newly independent states have received millions in aid to facilitate their transition to democracy. A significant portion of this funding has been administered by the United States...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: of her time as well as excellent advice; committee members Dr. David Bernell and Dr. Nancy

Wind Energy Siting in Kittitas County, Washington

Creator:: Naimoli, Stephen
Abstract:: Increasing renewable energy development is often seen as an essential tool for combating global climate change, yet despite widespread support in theory, renewable energy often faces problems at the implementation stage. In the state of Washington, where voters have expressed a desire for greater renewable energy by mandating that 15%...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Brent S. Steel, representing Political Science David Bernell, representing Political Science

The Rohingya Refugee Crisis in Bangladesh: Environmental Impacts, Policies, and Practices

Creator:: Bashar, Shahinur
Abstract:: The Rohingya community have faced continuous violence, discrimination and statelessness in the Rakhine State of Myanmar. In 2017, a violent crackdown by Myanmar’s army on Rohingya Muslims sent almost a million fleeing across the border of Bangladesh. They found their temporary home in the refugee camps of Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Policy Essay of Shahinur Bashar APPROVED: Erika Allen Wolters, Committee Chair David

Wind Energy Siting in Harney and Crook Counties, Oregon

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:: , four utility-scale wind projects -Echanis, East Ridge, West Ridge and Riddle Mountain- have been

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Characterizing Linkages Between the Climate, Cryosphere, and Impacts on Run-of-River Hydropower in Data-Sparse Mountain Environments

How the progression of nuclear technology in French Culture has led to a more sustainable country

Public Perception of Natural Gas Export: The Jordan Cove Energy Project

Understanding Community Opposition to Industrial Scale Wind Farm Sitings and the Impacts of Federal Fast Track Initiatives in Southern California: A Case Study of the Tule and Ocotillo Wind Energy Facilities

The Sustainability of Community Microgrids: Case Studies of Beaverton and Portland, Oregon

Metaphor, Malheur, and Government: A Comparative Rhetorical Examination of Metaphor Usage the Occupation of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge

Donating Democracy: Measuring the Effectiveness of Foreign Aid in Central Asia

Wind Energy Siting in Kittitas County, Washington

The Rohingya Refugee Crisis in Bangladesh: Environmental Impacts, Policies, and Practices

Wind Energy Siting in Harney and Crook Counties, Oregon

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