Sustainability Flashcards
(17 cards)
What is sustainability?
Being able to meet your needs and wants without compromising the lifestyles of future generations.
Define anthropogenic.
Human-centered; humans control the world.
What does biocentric mean?
Life-centered; humans are a part of the environment and are one species interacting with every other species.
What is an expansionist perspective on nature?
Exploitation of nature justified; resource issues fixed with technology.
Define stewardship in an environmental context.
Human responsibility for protection and management of the environment.
What is environmental wisdom?
Recognizes limited resources and the need for sustainable economic practices.
What is deep ecology?
Recognizes the intrinsic value of species; humans have no right to interfere with nature.
What are the pillars of sustainability?
- Environmental: decisions ensure no resources are damaged
- Social: decisions ensure social well-being
- Economic: policies that promote sustainable economic activities
Fill in the blank: Environmental decisions ensure _______.
no resources are damaged.
Fill in the blank: Social decisions ensure _______.
social well-being.
Fill in the blank: Economic policies use resources _______.
efficiently.
True or False: Individuals do not have to make choices about their life-styles to be sustainable.
False.
What are some examples of socially responsible actions individuals can take?
- Composting
- Recycling
What is Earth Overshoot Day?
Marks the date when humanity’s demand for ecological resources exceeds what the planet can regenerate in a year.
This day signifies the point at which resource consumption surpasses Earth’s ability to replenish those resources.
Define resource scarcity.
When a vital resource becomes increasingly hard to find.
Resource scarcity can lead to competition, increased prices, and potential conflict over limited resources.
What does Fair Trade ensure for farmers?
That farmers receive a certain minimum price for their produce that is considered a fair wage.
Fair Trade aims to promote equitable trading conditions and sustainable practices.
What is direct trade?
Individual businesses contact individual farmers to acquire the produce needed.
Direct trade often emphasizes transparency and building relationships between producers and consumers.
