Environmental Responsibility and Sustainability

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What is the key characteristic of recyclable resources?

They are finite and cannot be reused

They are abundant and readily available

They maintain their properties after use and can be reused (correct)

They are single-use items only

What is an example of a non-recyclable resource?

Coal (correct)

Glass

Minerals

Paper

What is a potential resource?

A resource that is abundant

A resource that may be used in the future (correct)

A resource that is currently being used

A resource that has been depleted

What is an actual resource?

A resource that is currently being used Signup and view all the answers

Why are not all recyclable resources recycled?

Due to economic reasons Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between renewable and non-renewable energy resources?

Non-renewable energy resources are finite, while renewable energy resources are abundant Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of sustainable development in relation to environmental conservation?

To use the environment but not abuse it Signup and view all the answers

What is essential for effective environmental resource management?

Cooperation between national and international entities Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of strategies and plans formulated before the implementation of a project?

To reduce the environmental impact of the project Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between environmental conservation and preservation?

Conservation aims to use the environment sustainably, while preservation aims to use it for aesthetic purposes only Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of licenses and permits in relation to environmental management?

To provide a written promise to carry out an activity in accordance with laws Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of environmental resource management?

To ensure the long-term sustainability of the environment Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of environmentally sustainable development?

To meet current needs without compromising future needs Signup and view all the answers

According to the concept of sustainable development, what is possible for the world's poorest populations?

They can achieve economic improvement without devastating the environment Signup and view all the answers

What is one way research and educational institutions can contribute to sustainable development?

By providing solutions to existing environmental problems Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the community in achieving sustainable development?

To take responsibility for their actions and actively participate in managing the environment Signup and view all the answers

How does the church contribute to pro-environmental concerns?

By setting examples and initiating environmental projects Signup and view all the answers

What is the underlying principle of intergenerational equity in sustainable development?

Meeting current needs without compromising future needs Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Community Responsibility

Community should take responsibility for actions and be involved in managing the environment
Practicing discipline, active participation, and overall respect is crucial
Adopting the concept of "thinking global and acting local" is essential

Role of Research and Educational Institutions

Research institutes and universities should develop solutions to existing environmental problems
They should promote the concept of sustainable development and provide information on environmental status
They should participate in management initiatives and provide advice

Role of the Church

The church has a responsibility to God as the Creator to promote pro-environmental concerns
It should remind, set examples, and initiate environmental projects

Management Principles

Environmentally Sustainable Development

It involves using, conserving, and enhancing the community's resources
It aims to maintain ecological processes and the total quality of life
Meeting current needs without compromising future needs is possible without devastating the environment

Strategies and Plans

Formulated before the implementation of a project to reduce the impact on the environment
Examples include incorporating the costs of waste management in the operations budget of the company

Licenses and Permits

Written promises to carry out an activity in accordance with laws
Examples include Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC) issued if the environmental impact of a proposed project has been addressed or managed

Environmental Resource Conservation and Preservation

Environmental conservation aims to use resources sustainably
Environmental preservation aims to use resources for aesthetic purposes only
No part of the environment should be used for other purposes

Environmental Resource Management

Entails cooperation between and among national and international management entities
Guided by various environmental principles, models, and mechanisms

Types of Resources

Recyclable resources: resources that do not lose their properties when used, examples include minerals, paper, and glass
Non-recyclable resources: finite resources that once used, their stock is no more available for future use, examples include energy resources and single-use items

Classification of Resources

Potential resources: resources that exist in a region and may be used in the future
Actual resources: resources that have been surveyed, quantity and quality determined, and are being used in present times

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This quiz focuses on the importance of community involvement in environmental management and the role of research institutions in promoting sustainable development. It covers the need for discipline, active participation, and respect in environmental conservation.