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Assignment Environmental degradation According to The Manila Bulletin “Kyoto Global Warming Pact Takes Effect” (2005), a milestone was achieved in reducing environmental degradation when Russia signed the Kyoto document. The agreement was to be adhered to by the nations involved through reduction of pollution emission. There had been prior warning on the impacts of global warming some had already started manifesting. The Manila Bulletin reports use of wind as a source of power in Denmark. To ensure cooperation, Philippines were to be assisted in adopting safer energy sources.

The Bulletin also acknowledges the Philippines’ move to draft and enact environmental laws but it is of concern whether the implementation would be successful. The United States affirmed its commitment to environmental conservation with the planned installation of windmills that is more preferable than solar power at the Adirondack Park.In her article “Will Warmer Soil Be as Fertile”, Lance Frazer (2009) explains the role played by soil in organic matter decomposition. She also explains how heating of the atmosphere hastens plant photosynthesis.

Frazer (2009) further discusses studies by Myrna Simpson in a report “Nature Geoscience” November 2nd 2008 that outlines the anticipated effects of global warming in causing unpredictable patterns of carbon circulation in the environment. A study by the team showed increased microorganisms decomposition activity in warmer conditions that result in high release of CO2 into the atmosphere. Frazer (2009) highlights concerns by Howard Epstein an associate environmentalist on drawing conclusions based on the study.

Epstein also questioned sustainability of the findings. Simpson (2008) concludes by pointing out the increased CO2 levels with increased degradation. Frazer recommends more study on soil with a keen interests on the effects of the molecular levels on the ecosystem.Work cited‘Kyoto global warming pact takes effect’ manila Bulletin 1 Mar.2005.Global issues in context.Web.25 Feb.2014