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Which principle dictates that the cost of environmental restoration should be borne by the responsible party?

  • Principle of Responsibility
  • Precautionary Principle
  • User Pays Principle
  • Polluter Pays Principle (correct)

    • What is the primary function of an Environmental Management System (EMS)?

  • To solely focus on recycling programs.
  • To promote financial gain through environmental initiatives.
  • To manage environmental issues by integrating people, policies and review mechanisms. (correct)
  • To create a record of past environmental impacts.

    • The Polluter Pays Principle is extended to what, in regards to accidental pollution?

  • Only to the cost of restoring the environment, not prevention
  • Only to compensate the victims of pollution, not prevention
  • Only to compensate the victims of pollution, including prevention measures after the accident
  • Both to compensate the victims of pollution and the cost of reasonable prevention measures (correct)

    • What is the core idea behind the User Pays Principle?

    <p>Those who use a resource or service should pay for its full long-run marginal cost. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key objective of implementing an EMS according to the content?

    <p>To ignore environmental impacts if they are not material. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under which circumstance is the User Pays Principle typically applied?

    <p>When resources are being used and consumed. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the ISO 14001 standard?

    <p>To help organizations improve and minimize their negative impacts on the environment. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is stated as a feature of an Environmental Policy?

    <p>It commits to continual development and pollution prevention. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle advocates for preventative action even in the absence of conclusive scientific proof of environmental damage?

    <p>Precautionary Principle (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a component of the ISO 14001 framework as outlined in the content?

    <p>Implementation and operation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does efficiency refer to in the context of the Principle of Effectiveness and Efficiency?

    <p>How well a process or resource is done (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Principle of Effectiveness and Efficiency, which of the following applies to policy instruments relating to environmental issues?

    <p>They should discourage wasteful use. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Principle of Responsibility, who is responsible for maintaining ecological processes?

    <p>All persons, corporations, and states (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concept upon which the principle of proportionality is based?

    <p>Achieving a state of equilibrium or balance. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the concept of ecological sustainability in resource management?

    <p>Managing resource use to prevent waste and ensure long-term availability. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what area is public participation not necessary?

    <p>All of the above are areas where public participation is a must. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary criticism of market-based solutions for environmental issues?

    <p>They often struggle with accurate valuation of environmental goods. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an environmental management tool or approach as discussed in the text?

    <p>The neoclassical economics approach. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specific responsibility do firms and corporations have regarding environmental resources?

    <p>To protect the environment through their actions, such as reducing pollution. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which approach to sustainability uses laws and regulations to limit harmful economic activities?

    <p>Standards Approach (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the principle of proportionality state about the relationship between development and the environment?

    <p>There needs to be balance between environmental preservation and socio-economic development. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a 'stock standard' aim to protect according to the text?

    <p>Specific Environmental assets (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest is a key aspect of environmental decision-making?

    <p>Everyone should be involved in the decision-making process. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the spatial approach to environmental management?

    <p>Considering environmental management at local, regional and global scales (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What best describes the ecological approach of 'conservation'?

    <p>Utilizing natural resources while also maintaining ecological balance. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action is not directly identified as a component of ecological sustainability in the text?

    <p>Focusing only on the economic benefits of resource usage. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)?

    <p>To provide information to decision-makers on the environmental, social and economic impacts of planned resource utilization. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of environmental valuation?

    <p>Recognizing the vast direct and indirect benefits humans derive from the environment. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main aim of 'preservation' within the ecological approach?

    <p>To completely avoid utilizing ecosystems for human purposes. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does environmental valuation primarily deal with?

    <p>The environmental gains and compensation for environmental losses. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is considered a use benefit of environmental resources?

    <p>The enjoyment of observing scenic waterfalls. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'non-use benefit' of environmental resources refer to?

    <p>Utility derived without a physical interaction with the resource. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes 'stewardship benefits'?

    <p>Moral benefits derived from acting as a steward to nature. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of environmental accounting?

    <p>To modify national accounts to include natural resource use and depletion. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of ISO 14001, what does an Environmental Management System (EMS) encompass?

    <p>The overall management system focusing on environmental policy. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sequences accurately represents the four core elements of an Environmental Management System (EMS)?

    <p>Plan, Do, Check, Act. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main purposes of implementing an EMS in an organization?

    <p>To provide framework for organizational structure and responsibility. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Polluter Pays Principle (PPP)

    Holds polluters liable for environmental harm and restoration costs.

    Application of PPP

    Operators must cover costs of preventing and controlling pollution accidents.

    User Pays Principle (UPP)

    Resource users should pay for the full long-run costs of resource use and treatment.

    Public-Private Partnership (PPP)

    Collaboration in construction/upkeep where users are charged for facilities.

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    Precautionary Principle (PP)

    Prevents risky activities that may harm the environment without proof of damage.

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    Principle of Effectiveness and Efficiency

    Encourages resource efficiency through incentives while ensuring usefulness.

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    Efficiency vs. Effectiveness

    Efficiency is how well resources are used; effectiveness is the usefulness of outcomes.

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    Principle of Responsibility

    All individuals, corporations, and states must protect ecological processes.

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    Environmental Management System (EMS)

    A framework for managing environmental issues at a facility or organization.

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    ISO 14001

    A family of standards that helps organizations minimize environmental impact and improve efforts over time.

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    Environmental Policy

    A statement outlining an organization’s environmental intentions and commitments.

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    Components of ISO 14001

    Includes Environmental Policy, Planning, Implementation, Checking, and Management Review.

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    Pollution Prevention

    A commitment to minimize environmental harm through proactive measures.

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    Environmental Responsibilities

    Duties to use environmental resources sustainably, efficiently, and fairly.

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    Ecological Sustainability

    Managing resources to prevent waste and protect the environment.

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    Principle of Participation

    Everyone should be involved in environmental decision-making processes.

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    Participation Areas

    Categories where participation is crucial, like resource use and waste management.

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    Principle of Proportionality

    Balancing economic growth with environmental protection.

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    Environmental Management Tools

    Methods to apply environmental management across various levels.

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    Sustainability Approach

    Focus on long-term environmental balance in resource management.

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    Market-based solutions

    Economic strategies like pollution taxes aimed at addressing environmental issues.

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    Cost-benefit analysis

    A method weighing the costs and benefits of a decision or policy.

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    Discharge standards

    Regulations that control pollution levels in emissions.

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    Spatial Approach

    Management of ecological resources at local, regional, and global levels.

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    Ecological Approach

    Management of resources to maintain ecological balance through conservation and preservation.

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    Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

    A tool for evaluating environmental impacts before resource use.

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    Environmental Valuation

    Assessment of the economic value of environmental benefits to society.

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    Use Benefits

    Utility gained from the direct or indirect use of environmental resources.

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    Non-Use Benefits

    Utility derived from environmental resources without direct interaction.

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    Stewardship Benefits

    Moral benefits from acting as a steward to nature.

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    Environmental Accounting

    Modification of financial accounts to include natural resource use or depletion.

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    EMS Elements

    Four key components: Act, Plan, Do, Check for effective management.

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    PENCAS

    Proposed Philippine Ecosystem and Natural Capital Accounting System.

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    Study Notes

    Polluter Pays Principle (PPP)

    • Absolute liability for environmental harm includes compensating victims and restoring environmental damage.
    • In cases of accidental pollution, operators are responsible for reasonable preventative and control measures.
    • Pooling of financial risks among operators (e.g., through insurance or funds) is consistent with PPP.

    The User Pays Principle (UPP)

    • Part of the Polluter Pays Principle (PPP).
    • Users of a resource should pay the full, long-term marginal cost of using it, including treatment costs.
    • Only users of a service or facility pay for its construction and maintenance. This is often used in public-private partnerships for infrastructure projects.

    PPP vs ODA

    • PPP (User Pays): Only users pay for the project's construction and maintenance costs.
    • ODA (All Taxpayers Pay): Projects are funded through general appropriations (GAA) or official development assistance, meaning all taxpayers contribute.

    The Precautionary Principle (PP)

    • Prevents substances or actions with a potential environmental threat, even without definitive scientific proof of environmental damage.
    • The principle considers both 'substances' and 'activities' resulting from human intervention.

    Principle of Effectiveness and Efficiency

    • Efficiency can be improved by policy instruments that reduce resource waste in environmental governance.
    • Effectiveness is about doing something well; efficiency is how useful something is.

    The Principle of Responsibility

    • All persons, corporations, and states are responsible for maintaining ecological processes.
    • Access to environmental resources means attendant responsibilities for sustainable, economic, and social use.
    • Ecological sustainability means managing resources efficiently and avoiding waste, protecting the environment, and responsible extraction.

    The Principle of Participation

    • Individuals and groups should participate in environmental decision-making.
    • This includes areas like land use (e.g., forests, minerals, soils, fish, wildlife) and resource management for materials, food, and recreation.
    • Participation is also necessary for managing pollution, including garbage, construction and demolition waste, and hazardous materials.

    The Principle of Proportionality

    • Balancing economic development with environmental protection.
    • Development should not cause significant harm to environments.
    • Comparative hardships and benefits need balancing, ensuring advantages for a larger portion of the population.

    Environmental Management Tools and Approaches

    • Environmental management is applied at organizational, community, national, global, and international levels.
    • Common tools and approaches include sustainability approach, spatial approach, ecological approach, environmental management systems (EMS), valuation and accounting, and public participation.

    Sustainability Approach

    • Neoclassical economics approach is often debated and complex.
    • Common components include: market-based solutions (pollution taxes, emission trading), cost-benefit analysis, technological progress.
    • This approach is often criticized for having short-term focus and increasing inequality.

    Sustainability Approach (Standards)

    • Standards are used to control harmful economic activities.
    • Discharge standards regulate emissions.
    • Stock standards protect environmental assets.
    • Flow standards protect existing habitats and manage species relocation.

    Spatial Approach

    • Environmental management considers three levels: local, regional, and global.
    • Global strategies are developed considering the individual, societal, and governmental needs and priorities of affected areas.

    Ecological Approach

    • Two main approaches for managing ecological resources: conservation and preservation.
    • Conservation focuses on using natural resources while also maintaining ecological balance.
    • Preservation aims to protect species and natural environments from human use and exploitation.

    Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

    • A tool for assessing environmental, social, and economic impacts prior to resource exploitation, so that decision-makers can account for the consequences of their actions.

    Environmental Valuation and Accounting

    • Human benefit from natural environments is significant, hence valuation and accounting are essential for effective management.
    • Environmental benefits can be categorized as use-benefits (e.g., commercial, recreational) and non-use benefits (e.g., existence, aesthetic). Also, stewardship benefits as a moral good from the natural world.

    Environmental Accounting

    • Modifying national accounts to incorporate natural resource use/depletion.
    • Crucial for understanding the value of resources for effective management.
    • A key measure is proposed through the Senate Bill No. 2439 which plans and implements a system called PENCAS.

    Environmental Management Systems (EMS)

    • ISO 14001 defines EMS, part of holistic management systems.

    • Essential aspects include organizational structure, planning, responsibilities, practices, procedures, processes, and resources for achieving and reviewing environmental policy.

    • 4 elements: Plan, Do, Check, Act.

    • EMS improves and facilitates environmental compliance, helps address environmental impacts, and increases environmental responsibilities, impacting the organization and its surrounding society.

    Framework for EMS

    • ISO 14001 standard, code of environmental management, compliance-focused EMS, Eco-management, and audit framework.

    ISO 14001

    • A set of standards for environmental management aimed at minimizing environmental impact, ensuring compliance, and continuous improvement for operations, laws, regulations, and applicable requirements.

    Components of ISO 14001

    • Environmental Policy, Planning, Implementation and Operation, Checking and Corrective Action, and Management Review.

    Environmental Policy

    • A formal statement of environmental positions and values, outlining an organization's intentions concerning environmental performance, signed by a facility manager.
    • It commits to continuous improvement, pollution prevention, and environmental compliance; defines the EMS and is available publicly.

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    Test your knowledge on Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and key environmental principles such as the Polluter Pays Principle and User Pays Principle. This quiz covers various aspects of ISO 14001 standards and the objectives of effective environmental policies. Challenge yourself with questions designed to assess your understanding of environmental management concepts.

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