The Question of Whether We Have Passed the Peak of Availability

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Essay

The question of whether we have passed the peak of availability for oil continues to be debated among energy experts. However, if we define availability to mean oil that can be extracted by conventional technologies and low prices, there is no debate. With this knowledge, discuss two specific oil- use strategies that could be employed to move toward a more sustainable lifestyle.

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Definitions:

Employee Appreciation

The recognition and valuing of employees' contributions and efforts towards achieving organizational goals.

EEO

Equal Employment Opportunity; a principle that ensures all individuals have a fair chance for employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.

Deep-level Diversity

Differences among team members in terms of attitudes, values, and personality, as opposed to visible demographic differences.

Surface-level Diversity

Differences among individuals in a group based on visible attributes such as race, gender, age, or physical abilities.