Preservation and Conservation Flashcards
difference between conservation and preservation
sustainable human use, wise use, limited resource usage, human management while preservation is no use at all, resources are prohibited, untouched and pristine
sustainability
use of resources to meet present day needs without jeopardizing the supply for future resources
threats to our flora and fauna
natural threats, pollution, illegal hunting, overexploitation
threats to our heritage
endangered flora and fauna, illegal hunting, economic development, infusion of external culture
the value of conservation and preservation
- Sustainability ensures that future generations cane enjoy culture
- employment
- Tourism
- survival of species
- improved standard of living
- cultural retention and transmission
role of individual in conservation
volunteer, social media to highlight, donate, adopt environmentally sustainable prices
role of state
create and enforce laws, partnership, public awareness, proactive response to environmental issues
strategies to preserve heritage
natural-enforce moratoriums, protect waters
built- ensure buildings are maintained , identify things worth saving and under threat