Source Annotations

Source 1

URL: https://unece.org/forests/green-building

Content: The website gives an overview of green (climate friendly) building practices, such
as reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions, and its importance in achieving
development goals. Thew website also discusses the role of green building in reducing
greengouse gas emissions and mitigating climate change.

Origin: This source originates from the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe
(UNECE) is a well reputed international organization that aims to promote sustainable
development and environmental protection in Europe. The website is part of the UNECE's
website, which is a trusted source of information on sustainable development and
environmental issues.

Purpose: The purpose of this source is to provide information on green building practices
and their benefits, as well as to promote sustainable development and environmental
protection in Europe.

Value: This source is valuable because it provides a comprehensive overview of green

building practices and their benefits. The UNECE is a reputable organization, and
information provided is relevant to the essay's discussion on the Sjøparken project's
environmental impact, which I will use to prove the environmental benefits of the project in
the utilitarian argument. The website also provides links to other relevant sources, which can
be useful for further research.

Limitations: The website does not provide specific data on the environmental impact of
specific regions, and its information may be generalized. Additionally, the website does not
provide a critical analysis of the challenges and limitations of green building practices, and a
lack of information on the research and sources used.

Source 2

URL: https://www.finn.no/realestate/project/ad.html?finnkode=295535411&q=Sj%C3%B8parken

Content: This source provides information on the Sjoparken project, in terms of its general
rent prices in the area and what factors make it expensive, such as its fjordfront location,
distance to public transport and everyday necessities.

Origin: This source originates from FINN, which is a reputatble real estate website in
Norway. This website is a highly trusted source of information and plays a important role in
the Norwegian real estate market.
Purpose: The purpose of this source, is to look up information related to the Sjoparken area
and to promote is features and benefits. It aims to attract buyers and to encourage them to
invest or buy houses here.

Value: This source is valuable because it provides a detailed view on the sjoparken area and
its features. The information provided in this source s relevant to the essay’s discussion
because it allows me to look up actual rental values and estimate the rent costs of this project
and then discuss the project’s impact on the housing market. The use of actual prices and its
impact allows me to introduce the risks posed by this project in the utilitarian argument.

Limitations: A possible bias involved in promoting the Sjoparken area, and its information is
not objective. The website does not provide the challenges and limitations of this project but
only talks about its positive aspects, trying to persuade the readers to buy.

Source 3

URL: https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/egoism/

Content: The paper theorizes the concept of egoism and its implications in ethical situations.
It dicusses different types of egoism such as physhological egoism and ethical egoism, and its
broader implications for moral philosophy.

Origin: The author, Robert Shaver, is a philosopher and expert in the field of ethics. The
article is published as a part of the Standford Encyclopaedia of philosophy which is a
reputable source for online encyclopaedia for philosophy.

Purpose: The purpose of the article is to give an overview of the concept of egoism and its
ethical implication in moral philosophy. It gives a comprehensive account and explanation of
how different types of egoism works and how it is relevant in our decision making processes.

Value: This source is valuable because it is very well written and well researched. The
information provided is relevant to the essay’s discussion on the sjoparken project because it
allows me to view this proposal from the perspective of a major stakeholder, the developers.
This source gives me insights as to why the developers might have ignored the implications
of this project on the marginalized community and justifies why the decision was made to
serve their personal interests. By prioritizing individual gains over community, it stands as a
very strong transition point to strengthen my argument in communitarian ethics.

Limitations: The article is way too theoretical and not directly applicable to the real life
context, for example of the Sjoparken project. The article could benefit from more real life
example to explain the different types of egoism and the arguments against them.
Source 4

URL: https://easysociology.com/sociology-of-ideology/understanding-communitarianism-in-
sociology/.

Content: This source explores the concept of communitarianism in sociology. It discusses

the key concepts on communitarianism, such as the importance of community, social
cohesion, and collective responsibility. It also discusses the implications of
communitarianism and its relevance to today’s issues such as inequity, and poverty.

Origin: The article is published on Easy Sociology, an online source for sociology students.
The author, Micheal Edwards is a sociologist with an expertise in social theories and
communitarianism.

Purpose: The purpose of this source is to provide a thorough understanding of

communitarianism. The author wants to educate readers on the principles and implications of
communitarianism regarding its relevance to modern social issues. The article is intended to
be a source for sociology students, researchers, and academic scholars interested in
communitarianism.

Value: This source is a valuable because it provides a good explanation of sociology. It is

well researched and easy to follow. The information provided is relevant in my essay,
particularly in relation to social cohesion and social responsibility. The articl’s analysis of
communitarianism implication on society is valuable for understanding the broader societal
context of the proposed project.

Limitations: The article does not provide a critical analusis of limitations of

communitarianism, for example its potential to limit individual freedom. Then again, the
article does not cover all of the social theories regarding the proposed project, meaning it
doesn’t discuss all of the social implications.

Source 5

URL: https://www.britannica.com/topic/social-contract/The-social-contract-in-Rousseau

Content: This source gives an overview of the ethical concept of social contract in
Rousseau’s philosophy and discusses it implications for philosophy and modern politics. It
includes ideas such as that individuals give up their natural freedom for the protection of the
state and increase the overall common good.

Origin: This source is published on Britannica, a well reputated online encylopedia for all
sorts of knowledge and information. The author, Brian Duignan is further a philosopher and
an expert in the field of ethics.
Purpose: The purpose of this source is to give a thorough understanding and reliable
explanation of the social contract in Rousseau’s philosophy. The author aims to educate the
readers on the principles and implications of the social contract and a brief history of how this
idea came into being. It also discusses how this is relevant in terms of modern social issues.

Value: This source gives invaluable as it provides a comprehensive understanding of the

social contract in Rousseau’s philosophy. The article well written and credible because the
author is an expert in the field. The information provided is relevant to my essay’s discussion
on the project and particulary when arguing about how it is the developers and state’s moral
obligation to act in order for the greater good. This builds up on the theory of social justice
and allows me to argue how this project will negatively affect the vulnerable populations.

Limitations: It only offers a general summary of the social contract without critical analysis
and doesn’t provide information from primary sources. It also doesn’t include any recent
social debates or examples in terms of modern topics, which might make it a bit complex for
further research.

Source 6

URL: https://earth.org/lithium-and-cobalt-mining/.

Content: This source explores the environmental impacts of lithium and cobalt mining. The
source explore environmental concerns regarding these mining activities, such as air and
water pollution, environmental degradation, and groundwater contamination. It discusses the
implications of these activities for overall human health and environment.

Origin: The source is originated from Earth.org, an online source covering critical issues
affecting our planet through independent, high quality articles. The author, Meng Zheng is an
environmental scientist and an expert in the field of environmental sustainability.

Purpose: The purpose of this source is to give a comprehensive understanding of the

environmental impacts of lithium and cobalt mining. The author wants to educate reader on
the environmental concerns with these activities and their implications for human health. It
also stresses that finding sustainable methods is a necessity for the world in the future and
gives potential solutions to address these environmental and human impacts.

Value: This source is valuable because it offers a great understanding of the environmental
impacts of lithium and cobalt mining. The information of this source is relevant to my essays
discussion of the Sjøparken project’s environmental impact, particulary to contradict the
project’s claim of sustainable housing. By arguing that the way sustainable materials are
obtained for sustainable housing has environmental costs to strengthen my utilitarian
argument.

Limitations: The article doesn’t provide a broader analysis of the environmental implications
in sustainable housing but rather only focuses on cobalt and lithium, which only play a lesser
part in this project. It also doesn’t critically evaluiate the argument it is making to provide the
benefits of these natural resources, hinting that the article may be a bit biased.

Source 7

URL: https://www.deleiebolig.no/en-insights/we-are-in-a-housing-crisis

Content: This source gives an overview of the housing market in Norway. It discusses the
decline in new housing constructions, the decrease in housing sales, and its impact on
residents. It is also mentions of the concerns of the Home builder’s association and the
chances of a long term housing crisis and the Norwegian cooperative housing association
regarding the significant imbalance and supply and demand.

Origin: The source is published on Deleiebolig.no, a reputable online source for real estate
information in Norway. The source is known for working towards a sustainable and inclusive
housing market for all individuals and also discusses and raises concerns regarding the
housing market.

Purpose: The purpose of this source is to inform readers about the current housing crisis in
Norway and its impact on the housing market and gives actual statistics regarding the
decrease in new housings and sales. The article raises awareness about the issue and gives
information on the concerns raised by various Stakeholders included such as Obos, Selvag,
home builders association and the Norwegian cooperative housing association.

Value: This source is valuable because it offers a great overview of the housing market in
Norway and the current housing crisis. The information provided is valuable because of its
relevancy to my essay’s utilitarian argument in Sjøparken project’s, particulary when I argue
how the effects of this housing crisis, disproportionately affects the vulnerable communities
such as low-income residents and students.

Limitations: The article doesn’t provide a critical analysis behind what causes this housing
crisis and the potential solutions or parameters to solve this situation. It is also a bit outdated
as the information used is from April 2023, and doesn’t provide and information on the
author, making this question its overall credibility.