Environmental Challenges and Perspectives

The view that humans are the most important beings on Earth and that nature exists primarily for human use.

A theory explaining the constant need for economic growth in capitalism, leading to increased resource extraction and waste, ultimately causing environmental damage.

The idea that technological advancements and market forces can lead to more sustainable practices within capitalism, reducing environmental damage.

Measures a company's performance based on environmental, social, and financial factors, aiming for a balance between profitability and sustainability.

The anxiety and stress caused by the perceived threat posed by climate change.

The unequal distribution of greenhouse gas emissions between different groups of people, with the wealthiest individuals and nations emitting significantly more than those with lower incomes.

The total amount of greenhouse gases released by a person, organization, or activity.

The practice of placing polluting industries or hazardous waste sites disproportionately in communities of color or low-income areas.

The idea that environmental awareness and action is more prevalent among wealthier individuals, while others are less likely to be aware or able to act.

The concept that individual actions, although often necessary for awareness, are inadequate to address large-scale environmental challenges. Collective action and systemic change are essential.

People living in poverty are disproportionately impacted by environmental harm despite contributing the least to it. They are more vulnerable to climate change effects and have fewer resources to adapt.

The combination of economic inequality and environmental impact, highlighting how the wealthy disproportionately contribute to environmental problems while the poor bear the brunt of the consequences.

The process of shifting environmental risks and costs to marginalized groups, often by locating polluting industries or waste management facilities in their communities.