Iceland Life Off The Grid Essay

One country with an icecap as large as Sweden. Another country with the most active volcanic area in the world. These two nations may sound very different and yet they have a large quantity of similarities as well. The average population size for a country is 38.2 million people, and although the scale is offset by heavily overpopulated nations, there are also countries that greatly decrease the average. Two of these are Iceland and Greenland. Both are northern island nations with fierce, snowy climates, and neither is home to greater than 350,000 people with Greenland containing just over 55,000. By the names of these two countries, one may assume Iceland is a cold land covered in snow and ice. One may also assume that Greenland is home to the more verdant scenery than its counterpart; however, the entire population of Greenland is forced along the coastline due to the interior being too icy and cold to inhabit. If one moved to Iceland, they would be 88.7% less likely to see the coastline on a daily basis due to the interior of the country being warmer and more inhabitable. These two island nations have a great variety of similarities and differences with holidays, history, culture, and beliefs. This is largely due to their large blend of foreign influence which makes them such unique countries.

Santa Ana is one of several pueblos, or villages, on the Tamaya Reservation in New Mexico, and like any small municipality, it struggles with waste management and using resources to their fullest potential. Communities such as this are challenged by increasing waste production due to increasing populations and decreasing ability to manage the influx of waste. Modern-day tactics have taken to producing more by products that are not being used and recycled to their full potential. The utilization of landfills across the country, which, while inexpensive, do not offer sustainable waste management solutions. However, communities are looking into alternate options that would be more beneficial in the long run, both in terms of environmental impact

Once Erik arrived in Greenland, he found that it had many fjords and green fields, but it was also summer. He returned to Iceland and was able to convince about 500 people to start a colony. The colonists went in 25 boats but only 14 made it to Greenland. Erik as the chieftain ruled the settlement. The settlers farmed as they had in Iceland. There was not much wood around the settlement so the houses were made of dirt and were stronger than the ones of Iceland. The book, Dwellings of the Saga Time in Iceland, Greenland, and Vineland by Cornelia Horsford, describes the location of the houses as, “As in Iceland, these farmsteads were situated on the shores of rivers and fjords.” The reason for it being close to water was so the settlers

The community has a big challenge maintaining the grass on the multiple golf courses within a desert state with little water recourses. Scottsdale pioneered wastewater reuse and water banking which recycles water within the community thus decreasing the need to import water. The community aims to conserve its natural water resources, preserve its meaningful open space, and enhance the character areas that make Scottsdale such a desirable place to live (City of Scottsdale, 2013).

(Sub-Point # 2) (Landscape photography-subculture) Many tourists year-round visit Iceland in attempt to capture the natural beauty of the island.

Backpacking the Ozette Coast was one of my many memorable encounters with nature during my month long trip to the Pacific Northwest this past summer. Every day brought something new and invigorating, from hiking Mount Rainier to whitewater rafting down the Snake River. Each experience brought new memories, a greater connection with nature, and a newfound sense of accomplishment; I longed for it to stay. However, as I discovered, these natural monuments won’t last long if humanity continues its current habits.

If I had a plane ticket, I would travel to Iceland. Iceland is “the land of fire and ice”. The opportunity for photography and film would be indescribable, from the history to the scenery. Iceland is known for being one of the happiest countries in the world. The glaciers, black sand beaches, waterfalls, geysers, hot springs, and caves. The mountains falling into volcano’s and the countryside, it is so beautiful. In Iceland, the Icelandic’s are big believer’s in elves, trolls or fairies. They believe they live in the rocky areas. Apparently in 1991, an Elf School in Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, opened the first Elf School where they have had 9000 elves attend. Road projects are delayed because of the belief of hidden elves. Proof Iceland

The Viking Era began in the late eighth century and ended in the mid eleventh century (history). Vikings originated from modern day Denmark, Sweden, Norway, and Finland. Then, they eventually discover and inhabit Iceland and Greenland. A majority of the people living in these regions were farmers. Trade was also popular in Europe at the time. A short growing season due to the regions northern location, thick forestation, and a growing population, likely initiated Scandinavian merchants to venture out of their region and begin exploring trade with various European countries. As the thirst for Europe’s riches grew the Scandinavian people became more brutal and deleoped more creative ideas for acquiring money. They began raiding Christian monasteries

Once upon a time, long, long ago, in the second half of the ninth century, there were vikings in Iceland, and vikings in Denmark. But there were two specific clans that were important to today. The horrendous Icelandic clan, Agner, whose leader is the mighty and all powerful, Bjorn, with his loyal right hand man, Hans,his only son, by his side. But we can’t forget the grateful, Danish Espen clan, with the intelligent, honest, Gunnar, as their leader. And his best friend Gisl, by his side.

Humes focuses on Portland Oregon’s vaunted ecological approach to life. He points out the flagship effort Portland has put forth for decades to limit the negative footprint left by the population that live there. It is pointed out that while the citizens of Portland excel in so many eco-friendly categories they do fall short when it comes to the amount of trash they produce on an individual basis. Humes relates how the city’s leaders are now looking to new approaches in disposing of waste by using electricity to dissolve the trash to a molecular level.

Like so many stir crazy souls, mid-winter madness creeps in on Uncle Boise, too. I don't really have a calling to go too far from home since Idaho is one of the finest places on earth. Being the true definition of a home town boy, more often than not I just want to investigate the wonders of Idaho. With skiing so close, and not only within, but close to the borders of Idaho, I go north, base out of Coeur d'Alene, and take the short ride to the slopes. When I want to have a little diversion, and kiss the sky from a chairlift, I go visit my buds in Coeur d'Alene.

The company says their homes will be nine stars out of ten when it comes to environmental designs. The homes will use “cutting edge clean and green technology". They will also be off the grid, and have places to plug in electric cars. The company has consulted with a Dr. Richard McLeod, from the Environmental Studies Link. Still Dr. McLeod had yet to publish a paper on his research about the Newstown marshes.

In Jared Diamond’s novel 'Collapse: How Societies Choose to Fail or Succeed' he discusses many civilizations that moved away from their homelands, grew in population, and then either failed or succeeded in their new environments. Throughout this essay I will attempt to explain the Collapse of the Greenland Norse, one of the many societies to rise and fall. The Greenland Norse faced multiple challenges including economical, agricultural, and unfriendly neighbors. Alongside Greenland other North Atlantic islands faced geographical challenges that lead to some of their falls as well. Yet, first I will discuss why the Norse left Scandinavia in search of new terrain.

The weather in Peoplesvile Norway was never peaceful it was always dark as well as foggy with cold windy air. The shiny yellow sun was always hidden behind the cloudy sky. As a consequence of this all the people were always gloomy, rude, and mean. They always spoke frankly however never with consideration of people's feelings. The old also young all did this as a result of that the people who lived in Peoplesvile Norway were always sad as a consequence they were never glee. Since the sun never shined they were all skinny seeing that there was no bright light to help the crops grow. So you would never see a chubby person except for the king. The king thought he was funny furthermore wise but the truth is he was a bully as well as dumb. He

This idea came to me while touring the floating island chain of Uros, in southern Peru. The native’s lives revolve around the reed plant; they build their homes, boats, and furniture from reeds. Their only source of contact is from the tourists who take the nearly one hour boat