UNIT 1:FOUNDATION 1.1 Flashcards
perspective
how a particular situation is viewed and understood by an individual.
argument
a statement or statements made to support a personally held perspective or to counter a different one.
values
individual beliefs that motivate people to act one way or another.
worldviews
Collection of attitudes, values, stories and expectations about the world around us, which inform our every thought and action
Anthropocentric
Believes humans are at the centre and must sustainably manage the global system
Ecocentric
Values centerd around ecology where it Integrates social, spiritual and environmental values
Technocentric
Believes that technological development can provide solutions to environmental problems.
Intrinsic Values
All forms of living things and systems have the right to exist
Extrinsic values
The worth of natural resources, ecosystems, and biodiversity based on their usefulness or benefits to humans
Environmental Value System
System showing how the input affects our outputs resulting from our perspectives
EV Input examples
Education, worldviews, media, cultural views
EV output examples
Judgment, positions, choices, course of action
Paris Agreement (2015)
A global accord (2015) where nearly all nations commit to limit global warming to well below 2°C and aim for 1.5°C through voluntary Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
Kyoto Protocol (1997)
An international treaty (1997) that set legally binding greenhouse gas emission reduction targets for developed countries, focusing on historical responsibility.
Montreal Protocol (1987)
A treaty (1987) designed to phase out ozone-depleting substances (ODS) like CFCs, credited with successfully reducing the ozone hole and improving public health globally.
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) (1992)
Framework for international climate negotiations.
Regular conferences (COPs) to assess progress and set targets.
Pros and Cons of Kyoto Protocol
Pros: Legally binding targets
Cons: Major emitters like America and China did not ratify the agreement.
Pros and Cons of Paris Agreement
Pros: Involves participation from both developing and non-developing nations
Cons: Non-Binding Targets: NDCs are voluntary and lack enforcement mechanisms.
Pros and Cons for Montreal Protocol
Pros: Environmental sucess where 99% of the ozone-depleting substance was phased out
Cons:Financial burden to developing countries
Cornucopians
individuals or groups who believe that technological advancements, and economic growth can overcome environmental limitations and resource scarcity.
Environmental Managers
Individuals who advocate for sustainable management of the environment using policies, laws, and regulations to balance development and conservation.
Deep ecologists
Advocates of a radical approach to environmentalism, emphasizing the intrinsic value of all living beings and the interconnectedness of nature.
