Environment Debate Topics for Students — page 2

529 debate topics, students. Debatable motions with arguments for and against. Open the arguments below, pick one at random, or present them full-screen.

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51.
Oil drilling should be banned
For
I want my oppenet to talk it seriously. Arg: Ban oil drilling is fair because if we dont ban it we are banning peoples live that want to live not die. Most people had died from oil drilling while working or drowning in freezing water.
Against
My opponent has failed to respond so I extend all arguments.
My adversary has failed to make an response so I shall begin to clarify my points. 1] The people who go to work on these oil rigs are already aware of the potential risks of explosions, and drowning so it makes no sense to be playing nanny to individuals who already know the…
52.
Human activity is the main cause of climate change
For
Yes it is true that Global Warming cannot be stopped. It is also true that it has recently gone up more in the 20th century then it has before. Why do you think that is if not because of the constant burning of fossil fuels humans burn daily. This lets off too many gases into…
Humans are causing the rise in clobal temperature, which if not stopped will result in global warming.
Against
Even though my opponent forfeited her last round (for obvious reasons), I will reiterate my rebuttals to her opening statement and premise of this argument: "global climate change is human caused" -I presented scientific arguments from liberal as well as conservative sources…
"It is also true that it has recently gone up more in the 20th century then it has before." -According to the EPA: "Records from land stations and ships indicate that the global mean surface temperature warmed by between 1.0 and 1.7ï¿½F since 1850 (see Figure 1). These records…
53.
Global warming poses a serious threat to humanity
For
The climate change that is happening from the past decades and the effects that grow rapidly in the present are quite alarming to many people. People need to commence their action upon this disaster on earth as it will affect ourselves more dangerously in the following years to…
Global Warming is Happening and we will die if something is not done, NOW! More CO2 will lead to hotter climate that causes sea/water level to rise and ice melts, which leads to worldwide sea levels increased 4-10 inches in the last century. Climate changes which cause extreme…
Against
My opponent has forfeited. I should win.
Let it be known that the affirmation side in this debate failed to refute any of my eight critical points that I made during the first round of the debate: But anyway, my opponent brings up data claiming the fact that the Earth is currently warmer than it was a BILLION years…
54.
Economic growth at the expense of the environment is devastating
For
It is obvious that develeopment and environment should go hand in hand .
My dear , Frankly speaking I was taken aback at your statement , "Sacrificing nature now will benefit humanity now and for the centuries to come " . So indirectly you mean ,Environment can risked for human's 'greed' . Mahatama Gandhi once said , " There is enough for everyone's…
Against
Hello sir/maam. I would like this to be my acceptance and opening statement for the issue of Economic Growth at the Cost of the Environment. The present world I must agree is growing at a very alarming rate with our population booming faster than even rabbits. We sacrifice our…
55.
The world is not overpopulated and population will eventually stop growing
For
The graphWhere is it from? Can't trust uncited evidence. Will refute when it is cited. It also proves thet fertility rates will fall, therefore slowng population growth, also:A rate of two children per woman is considered the replacement rate for a population, resulting in…
C1: fertility rates have been dropping since 1060 http://www.google.com... This graph shows that there was a huge down in fertility rates, showing that population growth is slow. And in 2009 it began a small decrease again. Global fertility rates are in general decline and this…
Against
Evidence that the human population is expected to grow in the immediate future,http://www.globalchange.umich.edu...http://www.prb.org...http://www.earthportals.com...http://www.susps.org...http://rainforests.mongabay.com...The Pro claims that you need a 2.1% fertility rate to…
1) The graph that the Pro has provided only relates to fertility rates of the United States, here is the projected growth rate for the world, The problem here is that falling fertility rates does not mean that populations will shrink,but that population GROWTH will shrink, the…
56.
Car manufacturers should stop producing fossil fuel vehicles
For
My opponent has forfeited the previous two rounds so I have nothing else to add.
My opponent has forfeited so I have nothing further to add.
Against
For my citizenship I need to find other people who agree with me about this topic. I think that more car manufactures should be trying to find alternative ways to power their cars but i would like to here your opinion on the issue.
57.
Fracking is the best method of obtaining energy
For
For this debate, I will be arguing that fracking is our best method of obtaining energy. By accepting the debate, you are saying that fracking is not a good method of obtaining energy and that it needs to be regulated/banned and that alternative methods should be put into…
I hope that we can converse in a logical and mature manner. Fracking, as most people know, is one of our greatest suppliers of jobs and beneficiary to the economy in the entire country. Studies from many information-gathering organizations have shown that fracking provides 9.8…
Against
While fracking does provide a great many jobs in the United States, it also causes an undue amount of environmental damage. Contrary to what my opponent suggests, fracking does cause dangerous effects to drinking water, especially regarding radioactive and toxic substances. In…
I'll accept your challenge and argue against fracking in favour of renewable power generation.
58.
Private cars should be banned from cities
For
My final argument. Due to my opponent forfeiting each round, please vote pro. Two Words: Car Crashes. In 2002, 42,815 people were killed in auto accidents. 1 person dieing in a car accident is one too many. Imagine 42,815 deaths. Imagine the families of the dead ones. If cars…
There are over 1 billion people overweight, and about 300 million of them are considered obese. If we did not have cars, and people started walking, running, riding their bikes, and just exercising in general, the number of obese people would drop and that would also save many…
Against
No because cars is not the only thing that is polluting the earth we ar to by not recycling, littering, or burning trash I do agree cars are bad for the enviorment so you instead of driving a car to somewhere near you ride a bike or walk you dont need to use a car all the tim
59.
The US federal government should substantially increase alternative energy funding
For
haha if you want to do another that you are on the aff thats cool
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Against
First off is ASPEC A. Interpretation – power is divided among the 3 branches of government Jenner 01 The Framers of our Constitution...divided power within the federal government by splitting it among the three branches of government... B. Violation – the Aff fails to specify…
Resolved: The United States federal government should substantially increase alternative energy incentives in the United States. Format of debate: Cross-X or Policy Debate style, with cards and theory arguments and stock issues and whatnot. Here is how the round will go: 1.…
60.
Eco-friendly cars should be cheaper
For
yes i concede i guess it was just an opinion i did not know anything about the profile opinion thing.
I know of economics, and before this begins I will end it. There is no point because this debate could move into situations like the war and other things that really dont need to be funded which could go towards making hybrids and other cars. I guess all I am saying though is…
Against
Thanks for the debate anyways. Blah Blah Blah character limit must be 100, blah blah blah blah blah.
>>I guess all I am saying though is that why cant a way be found that lowers prices of these hybrids? People all around the world are researching how to do this. >>But the cars I was thinking of were the cars I just seen on the news from the recent car show. But there are cost…
61.
Interlinking India's rivers would solve its water crisis
For
interlinking of rivers will solve the water crisis in India as some regions are scarce but safety measures should be adopted so that it should not lead flooding
actually i didnt know about it as i am new to this site. In India water crisis is an acute problem.India is facing water crises in many parts of the country despite that it has adequate water in order to meet the growing demand and needs of the increasing population ,as india…
Against
My opponent forfeited again. My arguments stand unadressed. This should be an easy win. We did not have a very good debate on the resolution. There were forfeits on both sides, while one round was wasted due to plagiarizm by my opponent. If anyone else is interested in debating…
I am in complete agreement with my opponent that managing water resources wisely is very important for India and her increasing population. Pro's analysis that some regions in India have surplus water and others are deficient is also correct. In theory, river water linking can…
62.
Global warming is caused by humans
For
Scientists have concluded that most of the observed warming is very likely due to the burning of coal, oil, and gas. This conclusion is based on a detailed understanding of the atmospheric greenhouse effect and how human activities have been tweaking it. At the same time, other…
first of all let me proof that global warming is happening . The 10 indicators are: Land surface air temperature as measured by weather stations. You know all those skeptic arguments about how the temperature record is biased by the urban heat island effect, badly-sited weather…
Against
(1)As you never provide proof that your claims are true all of what you said is invalid. You never even proved that global warming is a real thing.(2) I use my source to prove that it is a hoax. You have not proved at all how the earth is warming and I have proof stating…
My opponent has many links that say that the Global heating of the earth is due to human activity.(1) If this is so why is mars heating up as well?(2) My opponent has proved that the earth is warming but has failed to prove that it is the humans fault. He claims that it is the…
63.
Solar thermal energy is better than non-renewable resources
For
Thank you so much for your participation and support. Nothing feel sorry about. Had great time arguing with you. Good luck for your futher debates! :-)....
Hey! thank you so much for your participation.. This is my first debate as well. Actually we are doing a project for National Children's Science Congress (India) in which we got a choice to choose any one of energy resources where we chose Concentrated Solar Thermal Power…
Against
Good luck with your project, I realise the importance of the change to renewable energy resources in the future and that these can be used alongside other resources. I must say your title and first argument slightly misled me into thinking that you were championing this…
Hello there, this is my first debate so I am unpractised: hoping that will change. To begin! Now first of all I would like to question what it is you mean by 'better'. -If you mean more efficient at producing energy I am sure you're right as this technique requires no…
64.
Human activity is the primary cause of global warming
For
Rebuttals: 1. First, consensus is irrelevant to science. Galileo opposed consensus, Einstein opposed consensus. As Einstein noted, it only took one person, one paper, to disprove his theory. Further, getting a mere list actually does not represent the opinion of climate…
I am devils advocating this debate. I will argue human emissions are causing current climate change.
Against
I believe global warming is not real and any temperature change is caused by the sun. I have three main points to back my argument. 1. People believe in global warming because political figures do 2. The earth is cooling 3. "Global Warming" hurts jobs 1. My sources say that the…
Rules: R1 acceptance and opening statements. No points or arguments. R2 beginning arguments no refutation. R3 refutations and arguments. R4 same as R3 R5 rebuttals only points and refutations allowed that you have already made. I cannot stress that enough. I believe the sun is…
65.
The Paris Agreement is bad for developing nations
For
1. It harms economy by stopping or decreasing production. 2. IT is unhealthy for the citizens by raising poverty levels
1. It harms economy
Against
By foreiting this round the Pro has conceeded my arguments and dropped all of his contentions.I extend all of my argumentsVote Con
First Contention: The Agreement is NondbindingThe agreement reached in Paris is not legally binding, and participation is voluntary. There will be no punishments for nations who do not fulfil their duties. Therefore it will have no impact and if a nation percieves the agreement…
66.
Cheap flights do more harm than good
For
Aviation takes money away from public services
CO2 poisening to the earth, making twice as more CO2.
Against
Save time, money. New Opportunities.
Unemployment levels would rise even further
67.
People should keep and eat the fish they catch
For
True. I do agree with this statement, But if everyone replaced these lead bullets with lead free bullets, Then they can eat happily. People can also use bow and arrows to shoot. Also, I didn't specify which kind of shooting, It could be bow and arrows, Crossbows, Missile…
Fish taste good. People taste good. --What else tastes good? Bananas. We should shoot and eat fish. This tastes good. --CON MAY STARTRules:There are no rules :)
Against
If everyone replaced their bullets with lead free bullets, Then the animal shot would not die. Lead's poison contributes to their death. Bows and arrows are less accurate then just fishing for the fish with fake bait. Even bows and arrows I think contain some poisoned material…
While people can eat fish if they want too (I personally don't like it), Shooting them and eating them is bad because it can increase lead poisoning which can cause you to get sick.
68.
The US should expand offshore oil drilling
For
Offshore drilling can be coupled with efficiency policies
Offshore drilling is consistent with international norms
Against
US offshore drilling would hardly lower global oil prices
Oil companies should tap existing reserves before going offshore
69.
Overpopulation is a serious threat to the world
For
I will first address the issue of deforestation. My opponent states that we are taking out approximately 4.5 billion trees a year but at the same time replanting many of the trees we cut down. This does not account for the reported contribution to carbon dioxide emissions.…
In 2011, our population reached a record 7 billion (http://www.bbc.co.uk...). This estimate shows that our population is higher now than ever before. However, this does not make it unsustainable. In fact, our agricultural systems produce, "17% more calories per person today…
Against
Pro. The Rounds held a 10k limit. This is the highest I could set it, but is the limit none-the-less. It's poor conduct to post well beyond the limit, and into the Comment Section. I will reply to as much as the 10k Limit allows for.----------------------------------This does…
The Introduction is over. Argument starts now.--------------------------------------------------------------------Deforestation.Deforestation verb: To cut down and clear away the trees or forests from.1) http://www.thefreedictionary.com...What defines a problem is that it…
70.
Climate change is overhyped and not a crisis
For
First, its irrelevant that it water vapor only stays for 10 days because it'll be replaced. Water vapor makes up 95% of green house gases and its impacted mostly by volcanoes and changes in solar activity. You say it "can't build up and considerably warm the earth" but thats…
First off, humans have had less than 0.00022 carbon dioxide emissions in our history. We only produce about 3% of total carbon dioxide admissions today. According to your graph, our 3% impact means would have increased the total the total carbon dioxide in our air by 33%. How…
Against
First of all, the 95% figure is not bounded in scientific fact. The amount of water vapour in the atmosphere is directly related to the temperature, therefore, an increase in temperature causes more water vapour. You are correct that water vapour is a factor, but it alone can…
First off, water vapour has a relatively small effect on the global climate. Yes, it is the most abundant heat-trapping gas, but it has on average only 10 days in the atmosphere before it falls to earth in a weather event. This means it can't build up and considerably warm the…
71.
The United States should implement a carbon tax
For
ROUND 3 ARGUMENT Thank you, MrTechno. Now, before I respond to his first argument, which I believe is more important to talk about, I will mention his second and third arguments first. China Argument: His second argument, that China produces global warming and therefore the…
It means a lot to me. Contention 1: Human Health; Global WarmingWhy should we use a Carbon Tax in the first place? To reduce CO2 emissions, which lead to global warming. I will now show the severity of the global warming problem which will necessitate a Carbon Tax in the first…
Against
Sorry I could not get back to you sooner Well, to start my argument, a Carbon Tax on the United States will reduce wages for workers in the coal and oil fields. My idea is that, a majority(67%) of the power generated in the united states comes from coal, oil, and natural gas.…
I accept your challenge!
72.
It is too late to prevent global climate change
For
Failure to reach global accord
450 PPM
Against
Earth's Resiliency
New Technology
73.
Developed countries should fund developing countries' climate action
For
Let"s start out with the "have to" part of the motion. While I agree with you that it invokes a moral obligation, I also see a second practical part in it. The practical part is, as I have described, the necessity to help in order for any of our own work against global warming…
I am strongly in favor of the motion that developed countries are obliged to give aid to developing countries in the fight against climate change. We need change in the economy all around the world independent of where it is working, in order to have any chance of reducing the…
Against
Hello, I thank you for going for this topic a go and giving an in-depth analysis of the topic given Before I go point by point, I will re-crystalize my case for better understanding. Let us go to the motion. By definition "Developed countries have to support developing…
Hello, I'm glad to meet you. I hope this debate goes well. I represent those who are against this motion. First, why should developed countries NOT have the obligation to help these under-developed countries in the first place? The world itself is fighting climate change and…
74.
Global warming is an environmental crisis that must be stopped
For
I have decided to let my opponent make the first argument on this one since I am currently working on another debate.
Against
Unfortunately, my opponent did not feel this debate important enough for him to argue.
Carry my arguments over into this round...
75.
Developed countries have a moral obligation to mitigate climate change
For
There will be five rounds. The first is Acceptance. The second is the first constructive which will be followed by a second constructive. Then two rebuttals will complete the debate.
Extend refutation.
Against
if anyone cares in short my arguments were going to play devils advocate just a little and claim morality does not exist then as a secondary argument in case the first was not convincing; if morality exist it does not exist for a political state or governing body of any-kind,…
such a shame I'm going to win without giveing an argument
76.
Economic development is harmful to the environment
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Quoting My Competitor. "If I was born a women instead of a man, that wouldn't be bad. Just different. Similarly, if an ecosystem is destroyed and a species is made extinct by another, that would not necessarily bring forth a worse world, just a different one."…
I believe that the hunger to know more has led mankind to forget about the gift given to them by God. Mother nature has frequently experienced the hard bows of humans to satisfy their needs. Every innovation has its own side effects and to cover those side effects , man has to…
Against
Back to my first point. I don't deny that development has often brought negative effects. I simply claim that it is not evil by nature. Development has often been perceived badly, but it is important to remember that outside of the past century, environment played a much…
Good evening. This is an interesting topic so lets get into it. :) I will start with 2 main points. 1. Development can bring a positive effect It is true, that in large part development has been antagonistic to the environment, however it is well within the realm of possibility…
77.
Human activity is not the main cause of global warming
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Let my aruguments begin.1. Leaked United Nations ReportLeaked United Nations documnets shows that the Earth's temperature has not risen in for 15 years and even top climate scientists were told to cover it up. [1] 2. Recent weatherIt seems around the world right now record cold…
Hello to whoever my opponent is.The first round is acceptance, in the second round I precent my arguments and you rebutt them.Thank you.
Against
You're welcome! I am not going to post any images, or long, long texts, just this: Global warming actually IS real; only by far not in the enormous measures organisations such as Greenpeace want to make us believe, along with that, it is probably for the far greatest part not…
I accept your challenge, bring it on! #sciencewins
78.
Utah should adopt a policy significantly reducing plastic waste
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I would just like to say to the person debating this, thank you for debating a actual issue. I am very excited to debate this. I will now prove why we should decrease plastic waste Plastic waste is filling up in landfills. Landfills take up spaces for houses, are toxic, and…
The con side stated that if we made a policy it would make this company that turns plastic into fuel would absolutely "perish", but that company is a POLICY! A policy is defined as: a course or principle of action adopted or proposed by a government (Webster Dictionary) and…
Against
I almost don't feel the need to post anything , however I will. The resolution that Pro himself established and has yet to actually defend is clear. "The state of Utah should establish a policy significantly deceasing plastic waste"If pro is confused or failing to comprehend…
Pro has nearly conceeded. "The state of Utah should establish a policy significantly deceasing plastic waste"In my opening case I effectively demonstrated that the issue is NOT the plastic waste but rather what we are DOING WITH the waste.1. If the state of Utah would establish…
79.
The Three Gorges Dam was worth its environmental cost
For
The Three Gorges Dam prevents the Yangtze River from flooding, which has crippled and decimated China time and time again in the past. The dam literally saves millions of peoples lives, and at the same time it provides a crap load of clean and renewable energy to a rapidly…
sh**
Against
The Chinese Government shouldn't have put the Three Gorges Dam on the Yangtze River. Yeah, it generates a lot of power, but hundreds of ancient temples and villages were washed away. Families that had lived there for thousands of years were forced to leave their homes and way…
The dam is putting millions of lives in much worse danger then without the dam, because the dam is in an earthquake zone. If an earthquake strikes, the dam will crumble and billions of gallons of water that is currently being held back by the dam will destroy the entire section…
80.
The US government should substantially increase alternative energy incentives
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Alright, topicalities! 1. Significant. a. I meet on various levels. For starters this is offered nationwide or 100% of the nation. Secondly the program is offered to every school. Third the incentive comes as double the funding from which is used to implement the program. This…
"Can we imagine another form of humanity, and another form of power? The bio-sovereignty described by Agamben is so fluid as to appear irresistible. Yet Agamben never suggests this order is necessary. Bio-sovereignty results from a particular and contingent history, and it…
Against
To topicalities! 1. Significant. Group all of his arguments together. As of now… I don't see any logical thinking of HOW these classes will ever be successful in increasing (let alone significantly) ANY Biopower whatsoever. He assumes that by offering these classes that people…
I negate: Resolved- The United States Federal Government should substantially increase alternative energy incentives in the United States. I. Topicalities -From dictionary.com A. Significant- Fairly large in amount or quantity So far in this round, my opponent has not shown…
81.
The world would be better off with a smaller population
For
Your previous pre-argument comments are unneccesary to this debate, and I therefore banish their possibility to be used as arguements. Carrying on, As for argument #1: You say that if there are less people, there wouldn't be as many people to make/harvest the foods. I simply…
Hello im_always_right. First I would like to say that Confucius is sometimes wrong. Second, Kix are not good for hamster's health. Third, no one else will know what we(I) am talking about because it nuna their business. Fourth and of the least importance: The world would indeed…
Against
I am sorry my opponent had to forfeit, extend all arguments.
I will win because Im_always_right. The votes may seem to say padfo0t wins, but really I am right. The world would be better off if per capida the population was informed of the issues at hand, like how Kix is bad for a hamster's health. It would also help if the people used…
82.
Human activity is the main cause of climate change
For
Climate change is most definitely real. 97% percent of the world's scientists agree on this, and its effects are already showing. It is most definitely real, and those who argue against it are actually people who make the energy that causes climate change. And if we don't…
This will be a quick debate on whether or not (man-made) Climate Change exists.The debate structure will be as so: - Round1: Acceptance - Round 2: Main arguments - Round 3: RebuttalsThis means you can not reply to any claims during round 2 or provide any additional arguments in…
Against
Climate change clearly does not exist, here are reasons why: (1) Exhaling Carbon Dioxide is no clear threat to our climate, we just breathe it out, our cars do it too (2) It is a conspiracy (3) There are no sources to back your statement up Here are my sources on how "Climate…
I will be playing devil's advocate.
83.
The government should take more responsibility for recycling
For
What you are saying is very similar as to what I am saying we just differ because I personally believe that the government should do more to bring recycling to many individuals attention. Yes stores do give credits to customers who bring recyclable bottles and cans but five…
As I said in my last round there should be a way that the government establishes a bottle redemption machine so that the youth will see, and understand the importance of recycling. I believe that the government starting with the youth will help change this planet tremendously.…
Against
You said in your round 2 and 4 that "there are individuals all over the world that recycle but there still is those other individuals who wouldn't dare to recycle due to laziness and just not wanting to recycle. The notion of gathering those individuals and getting them to…
There are many or some supermarkets in every town where there are bottle redemption machines. Also, most stores give credit to customers who bring recyclable bottles or cans where there are not bottle redemption machines. The main problem is that people just do not pitch in and…
84.
Electric cars are better than gas cars
For
First, they may cost more but i stand by my statement of "electric cars cost less maintenance wise." Yes, they do cost a lot, but their over all expenses are lower if not equal to that of a combustion engine vehicle. If you buy a combustion engine vehicle and a electric car at…
I think electric cars are better than gas car. first, they are cheaper per mile fuel and maintenance wise. Second, electricity is a renewable resource and doesn't cost much to use. Electric cars now have the ability to get decent range miles and match cars per fill up. I'm up…
Against
Well if opponent cannot rebuttal or refute my case then I don't feel the need to argue further myself.
Thanks, I just love it how you reject a peer reviewed academic study because you reckon it can't be that bad, although, that's probably my fault as I didn't realise the link I sited didn't work; sorry, here it is for you to read http://www.ecoconnect.org.uk... :). Notice how it…
85.
Climate change is not an imminent danger
For
Due to many problems posting arguments for the last debate, Citrakayah and I have decided to restart the debate in order to iron out the structural problems of this debate and because the computer deleted my argument. I extend my opponent the best of luck. Full…
I. Natural Factors Point to Little or No Change in Climate I. A. The Sun My opponent claims that solar activity has diverged from temperatures since the 1980s. He, however, is making an incorrect conclusion. Between raw solar activity (solar irradiance) and temperature,…
Against
Right, last round my sources had a problem, but I've reposted them in the comments section.I thank my opponent for the fantastic debate, and may the best arguments win.C1: Public HealthFirst, I'd like to note that Pro hasn't addressed my points about dengue fever or yellow…
http://www.youtube.com... (For reasons that I cannot determine, the picture embed function continues not to work. My apologies.) I.A. The Sun: Well, I have no argument with saying that the Sun is the main factor on climate. Without it we'd be freezing--below freezing, in fact.…
86.
Governments should act to stop global warming
For
As I truly do not have enough time over the next two days to fully refute, I will refute your short summary. "Secondly, like I've stated before, humans are adapting and evolving, and they've never stopped. Global warming is just one more thing to adapt to." Now, when is the…
First of all, it is a proven fact that material possesions are quite important to the human people. They love their computers, televisions ad fine frech wines. It is human nature. you said "Global warming is a natural process and should be helped and sped up. In fact, humans…
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"I dont think that webbed feet are normal in humans" Webbed feet are not normal in humans... Yet... "It is predicted that the ice sheets are supposed to change" We know that... "golbal warming will happen 1.5 feet over the next thousand years," That makes no sense... Let's pull…
"Say Goodbye to French Wines Say Goodbye to Light and Dry Wines Say Goodbye to..." All those things that you list are material possessions, and are, as such, not as important as other things, like purity and friendship and etc. Global warming is a natural process and should be…
87.
Corporate pollution should be taxed
For
i only post semi hostile when people start it with me. maybe you hadn't meant it, but saying things like implying that i didn't understand basic econ. here is the flaw in what you've been saying: "we should do what makes sense even if it costs us to bring down solution. taxing…
if company A raises prices, and company B can keep prices down by using scrubbers instead, company B wins. that's basic economics, econ 101. competition in the marketplace. this is the flaw in your argument. your bashing of taxing externalities is amusing. you from your arm…
Against
If company A dodges the tax by raising prices, company B will raise bost by using scrubbers and thereby still have to compensate by raising the price. The hike by A is just more direct. They get taxed $5 and raise accordingly. Instead of being taxed, company B spends $5 on…
If they pass the tax on to us they are just dodging the tax all together. We are not reducing emissions at all. They are not going to pay to renovate when they can just make us pay instead. So, the government is indirectly slapping a tax on consumers and not stopping pollution…
88.
Overpopulated deer herds should be culled
For
I contend that the people have gotten out of hand and have become aggressive towards the deer. The people should be culled not the deer. http://www.youtube.com... http://www.youtube.com...
http://www.youtube.com... LET THE DEER LIVE
Against
But the deer in our community have become aggressive they have charged multiple people and they have just gotten out of hand
The town deer are going to be culled because us as the human race started to feed them food
89.
Sea Shepherd's actions against Japanese whalers are justified
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>(The Whalers have only used non-lethal force so far.) They have used lethal force and it is on camera. They have thrown steel bolts golf balls they have even shot at Paul Watson as shown in the episode "Boiling point." You cannot deny that shooting someone is "Non lethat…
>(This is self-defense. The Whalers are getting attacked and simply defending themselves) Ok then why do they result to such violent tactics. the sea shepherds use tactics that do not harm the whalers. If i came up to mug someone with nothing but fists the right thing to do…
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In reply to the first two paragraphs: >The shot was proven to be a fake (1). And steel bolts and golf balls are non-lethal. And I will say it again. The Sea Shepherds initiated the attack, therefore, the Whalers have a right to morally defend themselves. The Whalers are in the…
"Ok then why do they result to such violent tactics. the sea shepherds use tactics that do not harm the whalers. If i came up to mug someone with nothing but fists the right thing to do would be to fight me off not neccisarily kill thats illegal self defense is different then…
90.
Industry should be held responsible for animal habitat loss
For
Can you please just clear up the topic?
Ummm.... Ok?
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more things on the argument look up wwf the wallrus story
91.
Climate change is happening and requires urgent action
For
Climate Change is causing the Earth to warm up measurably, and there are already signs of disaster. I argue that this is happening because there are scientific facts to prove it. Out of 918 peer-reviewed scientific papers on this subject, 0% disagreed that climate change is…
Climate change is happening. Here are some good sources to back it up. http://en.wikipedia.org... http://climate.nasa.gov... http://www.skeptic.com... https://www.ted.com... http://environment.nationalgeographic.com...
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Note: following argument copy and pasted from a previous debate of mine. Con FRAMEWORK My opponent is stating a specific scientific theory is true, and as the side making a positive assertion. She holds the burden of proof. If I simply negate her arguments without forwarding…
I was challenged to this out of nowhere. I'll just use this round for acceptance, and I urge my opponent to provide some arguments. Citations are a nice way to back up facts, but they are not a substitute for arguing. I look forward to my opponent's first argument.
92.
Human activity is causing dangerous global warming
For
Extend.
Thanks, 101! I will now rebut Con's case.OVERVIEW: I can't see any of the pictures Con presents. It seems Con presents many pictures, but they have all failed, instead bringing Google Docs (User Content) links. Thus, I will rebut Con's case ignoring all pictures presented…
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googleusercontent. com. .. ; alt="" width="95px;" height="113px;" /> s://lh5. googleusercontent. com. .. ; alt="" width="213px;" height="113px;" />P1: The Sun is the Main Driver of Climate ChangeThe Main Driver of Climate Change is the Sun. The energy output of the Sun's…
This is a waste of time. I clearly was just making an analogie with the mouse thing. The mouse thing is just saying that you can't change someones mind when they clearly are afraid of it. This whole argument really comes down to if global warming is real or not and as i said in…
93.
All 50 states should adopt a green retrofit initiative
For
These are my rebuttals.R1: Saves MoneyTo point out that an argument may be flawed is to compare it to actual evidence. However, like in other areas in this debate, Con has compared apples and oranges again! His study is referring to a deep-energy retrofit, which goes far beyond…
I ask my opponent to wait until Saturday to post his arguments, as I will not be able to access the internet from Thursday until then. -----Rebuttals----- R1: Stability "Guaranteeing banks get repaid for loans they give out threatens the integrity of the banking system and…
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Sorry, I have to make my conclusion a little short. We're moving out of my house today and I don't have very much time or internet capacity.In Conclusion- Green energy is risky.- My opponent argued for more debt and debt for people already in debt because he thinks it is a…
I am now going to respond to my opponent's original arguments and proceed to defend my own arguments next round. R1. Saves MoneyTo create the savings Pro is alluding to you would have to go through what is known as a "deep-energy retrofit" meaning you retrofit every aspect of…
94.
Global warming is entirely caused by humans
For
"Technically, only half of the planet would be roasted without CO2, while the other half is frozen, so I think we could both be right about that. Only half of the planet would be facing the sun at any given time. The atmosphere isn't actually thickening, though, it's the…
For now, i drop most of the sources since its all coming from the same source. DEFENSE;*Slams desk* Actually, the CO2 is what keeps the heat in. It's called the greenhouse effect (1), the CO2 in the atmosphere is like the plastic wrap on microwaved leftovers. It lets the…
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"The atmosphere has actually 2 effects on the warmth. The first one is that it reduces the warmth that gets inside earth, just as i said, we will be roasted if this didnt happen. The second one is that it keeps the warmth inside for a set period of time and then they will be…
Thanks for debating with me. "Cant really refute this one, this one is true. If CO2 wasnt there, the atmosphere would be so thin, that we all would be roasted and life on earth would be impossible. But this argument says nothing about humans not causing the global warming.…
95.
Fracking should be legal
For
Con misunderstood when I said "Fracking has nothing to do with the water table". I was referring to his misconception of "We want to get to the methane gas in the water". The methane we are trying to get is in shale. When I said "Con- if you are unhappy with the water then the…
Con is clearly misinformed "We want to get to the methane gas in the water to use it as a natural energy source.". Fracking has nothing to do with the water table. The drill goes down below the water table so it can reach the SHALE that has the natural gas. For more on why…
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Pro seems to think that I know nothing about how hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, works. This is a big assumption on his part.Pro also has not read many of the sources that I have quoted. I will go back to some of those sources in this closing round.1. "And when I talked…
Pro keeps going back to his ONE source; Dewey Gerdom of PDC Mountaineer. I would like to show that his source is going to be clearly biased toward the fracking process. PDC Mountaineer is a West Virginia based company that is drilling in the Marcellus Shale area. The Marcellus…
96.
The federal government should substantially increase alternative energy incentives
For
P1 The National Nuclear Security Administration to construct the federal government"s largest wind farm at the Pantex Plant in Amarillo, Texas. The wind farm"s five turbines will generate annual energy savings on average of $2.8 million and will supply more than 60 percent of…
P1 However, this argument is irrelevant because traditional nuclear reactors is danger to our environment . Without the shift to IFR technology, those traditional reactors will continue to generate waste which will be stored in Yucca Mountain. P2 We, as a country, have lost a…
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P1: Wind is unpredictable. In order to generate power, a large amount of is need to support wind turbine. When winds strength is too low, the wind energy will not be working. http://www.conserve-energy-future.com... P2: Wind power is not efficient. The wind turbine only extract…
P1. nuclear power is dangerous. In terms of fatalities, nuclear power ranks higher than oil, coal, ad natural gas system. P2: In 2013, a nuclear meltdown in Fukushima, Japan, caused a radioactive disaster that not only impact Japan but the rest of world. One area of the Pacific…
97.
Cap-and-trade carbon emissions policies are justified
For
Sorry about the forfeit KFC
I will let my opponent go first. "resolved that the cap and trade legislation of 2009 was justified" may the force be with you
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My opponent has made no arguments. As Instigator and Pro he has the burden of proof. I have given six well-documented reasons why the legislation is not justified. The resolution therefore fails.
My opponent made no case and no rebuttal. The resolution is negated.
98.
America should expand nuclear energy production
For
Second round is for contentions. Third round is for counter-arguments. Fourth round is for voters and clarification.
He is the best opponent that I have faced. I will defend my case and then attack his. Argument 1: My opponent says that France as an example does notwork due to America having more resources and the three mile island incident. We import almost half of our oil. I would not call…
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I will be arguing that America should not expand nuclear energy production May both of enjoy this debate and let's begin. P. S. I apologize for late reply.
Closing Argument Americans are growing increasingly concerned about energy, and the growing problems with America"s energy supplies are further complicated by hostile and unfriendly nations which dominates the world oil supply. Coercive regimes, occasionally, employ energy…
99.
Wind energy is the best energy option now and in future
For
I can't respond to that because you didn't say anything......sorry. But I would like to say that this is a very nice website. It's set up very well.
Wind energy is the best available energy because it will never run out. All other energy's will either run out or are way to expensive to start up and keep running. Some other energy's are bad for the environment and will make the world a worse place than it is and will be with…
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Alright, that's the debate, then. Blahblahblahblahblahblahblahblahblahblahblahblahblahblahblahblahblah
Sorry, I've been cruising around in the Caribbean for the past week. I thought I'd have internet, but I didn't. So this'll just have to become a 2-round debate. You're definitely right that coal and oil aren't going to serve us much longer. We're fast reaching the end of the…
100.
Disposable consumer culture has made humanity irresponsible
For
Is Oprah Winfrey gay I know that other Women, not Woman on the idiot box is as she has declared it to be so. !O,OOO BC well I do wonder if the humane collective makes it to the year 10,000 AC. Maybe because Alert doesn't think so and Oprah Winfrey well I guess I had better do…
Have you retired from your executive position? Good for you. Live to work or work to live. And another sort reply of "uh yeah ditto that poetry stuff L O L" Ditto, what a cool title Pok"mon, it reminds me of the blob movie back in the day when slime that goo that green gunk…
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"lol" Albert Einstein- Oprah Winfrey's wife 10,000 BC
uh yeah ditto that poetry stuff L O L

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