HUMAN NATURE AND THE ENVIRONMENT Flashcards
What is the first cause of existence
water
He said that the first cause of existence is water
Thales
Technological advancements lead to
environmental degradation
How many people died sa Sendong
800
How many died sa Pablo
1500
How many died sa Yolanda
5000+
Humans are the chief stewards of God’s creation
Anthropocentrism
Non-human beings have no intrinsic value since they are only valuable depending on their utility to human beings
Anthropocentrism
intrinsic value of all living beings and emphasizes the interconnectedness of humans and nature
Deep ecology
coined the term deep ecology
Arne Naess
Balance between perspective where humans recognize their moral responsibilities toward the environment
Enlightened Anthropocentrism
Key Principles
Moral obligations to the current generation
Consideration for future generations
Understanding ecological services
Acknowledgement of nature’s aesthetic value
3Rs to make Mother Earth Happy
Reduce
Reuse
Recycle