CS401A's Midterms: Ethics Module 04 Flashcards
For midterm exams.
is the branch of philosophy that focuses on the moral relationship between humans and the natural environment.
Environmental ethics
It explores how we should interact with the planet and its ecosystems, examining issues such as conservation, sustainability, and environmental justice.
Environmental ethics
Ethical Theories in
values nature only for its usefulness to humans and assumes human superiority.
Example: Governments allow deforestation to expand cities and boost the economy.
Environmental Ethics
1. Anthropocentrism (Human-Centered Ethics)
Ethical Theories in
recognizes the intrinsic value of all living things and emphasizes their moral consideration.
Example: Wildlife conservation law protext endangered species, even without human benefits.
Environmental Ethics
2. Biocentrism (Life-Centered Ethics)
Ethical Theories in
prioritizes entire ecosystems, including living and non-living elements.
Example: Governments ban mining in protected areas to preserve biodiversity.
Environmental Ethics
3. Ecocentrism (Ecosystem-Centered Ethics)
moral responsibility to protect nature and address human impact
— Clearing forests for agriculture or development destroys habitats and reduces biodiversity.
Example: A logging company cuts down a rainforest, which endangers wildlife and displaces indigenous people.
Environmental ethics issues
* Deforestation
moral responsibility to protect nature and address human impact
— Pollution and greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) cause global warming, which affects vulnerable communities.
Example: Rising sea levels flood coastal cities, which force people to relocate.
Environmental ethics issues
* Climate Change
moral responsibility to protect nature and address human impact
— Dumping toxic waste into water harms marine life and human health.
Example: A factory dumps chemicals into a river, which kills fish and contaminates drinking water.
Environmental ethics issues
* Water Pollution
moral responsibility to protect nature and address human impact
— Excessive fishing depletes fish populations and disrupts marine ecosystems.
Example: A country enforces fishing limits after tuna populations drop.
Environmental ethics issues
* Overfishing
moral responsibility to protect nature and address human impact
— Factory farming and poaching threaten animal welfare and conservation.
Example: A wildlife group fights elephant poaching for ivory.
Environmental ethics issues
* Animal Rights
meets present needs without harming future generations’ ability to do the same.
Sustainable development
It balances economic growth, environmental protection, and social well-being.
Sustainable development
ensures economic growth without causing long-term harm to the environment or society.
- Economic Sustainability
focuses on protecting natural resource and ecosystems while supporting human needs.
- Environmental Sustainability
promotes fairness, equality, and access to essential services such as education and healthcare.
- Social Sustainability
Roles of Individuals in
to minimize waste.
Sustainable Development
* Reduce, reuse, and recycle
Roles of Individuals in Sustainable Development
- Conserve
- Support
- Raise
and advocate for
energy and water.
sustainable businesses and products.
awareness
sustainable policies.
Sustainable Development in the
aligns with the SDGs to promote inclusive growth.
Philippines
* The Philippine Development Plan (PDP)
Sustainable Development in the Philippines
help sustainability.
- Programs like renewable energy projects, waste management initiatives, and reforestation efforts
Sustainable Development in the
work together to improve education, healthcare, and infrastructure while protecting the environment.
Philippines
* Government and private sectors
