Esp 4 Flashcards
God gave humans dominion over the earth. But this isn’t a license to exploit it, but rather a responsibility to care for it.
Genesis 1:26-28
The earth belongs to the Lord, and we are merely stewards of its resources.
Psalm 24:1
Caring for the earth is an act of righteousness and justice. It is a reflection of God’s love for all creation.
Proverbs 12:10
Be mindful of your consumption and find ways to use less and reuse what you have.
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Choose products that are environmentally friendly and ethically sourced.
Support Sustainable
Businesses
Turn off the lights, take shorter showers, and be aware of water usage.
Conserve Water and Energy
Speak up for environmental protection and hold leaders accountable.
Advocate for Change
are a pressing global issue, causing widespread destruction and jeopardizing the well-being of our planet and its inhabitants. These crimes are often driven by greed, ignorance, and a lack of respect for the environment.
Environmental crimes
is a major driver of deforestation, leading to the loss of vital carbon sinks, biodiversity, and habitat for countless species. It disrupts ecosystems and contributes to climate change.
Illegal logging
It also undermines sustainable forestry practices and weakens local economies by depleting valuable timber resources. This practice often benefits criminal networks while harming communities reliant on forest resources.
Illegal logging
targets vulnerable species, often pushing them closer to extinction. This illegal trade thrives on demand for animal parts, such as ivory or rhino horns, for traditional medicine or luxury goods.
Endangered Species (Poaching)
The loss of apex predators, like lions or tigers, disrupts delicate food webs, leading to cascading effects on entire ecosystems. It can trigger population imbalances and increase the risk of disease outbreaks.
Ecosystem Collapse
occurs when fish are harvested at a rate faster than they can reproduce, leading to population declines and ecosystem collapse. This unsustainable practice threatens the livelihoods of fishing communities and disrupts marine food webs.
Overfishing
methods, such as dynamite or cyanide fishing, indiscriminately kill marine life and damage delicate coral reefs. These practices are not only environmentally destructive but also dangerous to human health.
Illegal fishing
Industries often release toxic chemicals and waste into the
air, water, and soil, polluting the environment and endangering human and animal health.
Industrial Pollution
Improper waste disposal, including plastic pollution, contaminates ecosystems and harms wildlife. It can also lead to soil and water contamination, impacting human health.
Waste Management
Encroachment on national parks, forests, and other protected areas for illegal settlements, farming, or industrial purposes destroys vital habitats and displaces wildlife.
Habitat Loss
The loss of protected areas disrupts natural processes and reduces biodiversity, leading to the decline of countless species and impacting ecosystem resilience.
Biodiversity Decline
Deforestation, a consequence of protected area destruction, contributes to cllmate change by reaucing carbon sequestration ano releasing greenhouse gases.
Climate Change
The excessive burning of coal, oil, and gas releases harmful greenhouse gases, contributing to global warming and its associated climate change effects.
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
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Fossil fuel combustion releases harmful pollutants, such as sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides, which contribute to acid rain and respiratory illnesses.
Air Pollution
are vital ecosystems, supporting a vast array of marine life and providing essential economic benefits. Their destruction through activities like anchor dropping, dynamite fishing, and coastal construction harms biodiversity and disrupts food webs.
Coral reefs
