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What ideological shift does the text emphasize?
What ideological shift does the text emphasize?
- Appreciating life quality over a high standard of living. (correct)
- Prioritizing economic growth over environmental concerns.
- Focusing on technological solutions to environmental problems.
- Promoting urbanization to minimize environmental impact.
Which of the tenets is central to achieving the ideological change advocated for?
Which of the tenets is central to achieving the ideological change advocated for?
- Subscribing to simple living. (correct)
- Prioritizing economic growth.
- Expanding industrial production.
- Promoting technological advancements.
What distinguishes 'shallow ecology' from 'deep ecology'?
What distinguishes 'shallow ecology' from 'deep ecology'?
- Shallow ecology respects all life, while deep ecology focuses on preserving wilderness.
- Shallow ecology is concerned with superficial environmental issues, while deep ecology protects the environment and respects life. (correct)
- Shallow ecology prioritizes economic development, while deep ecology focuses on environmental preservation.
- Shallow ecology advocates for population control, while deep ecology promotes sustainable development.
What are the three propositions outlined?
What are the three propositions outlined?
Which action does the text suggest for minimizing environmental damage?
Which action does the text suggest for minimizing environmental damage?
What is a central principle of deep ecology, according to the text?
What is a central principle of deep ecology, according to the text?
What is the primary focus of deep ecology?
What is the primary focus of deep ecology?
What does the text suggest is critical for 'deep ecology' to achieve?
What does the text suggest is critical for 'deep ecology' to achieve?
What marked the beginning of the Deep Ecology movement?
What marked the beginning of the Deep Ecology movement?
What is the primary criticism of anthropocentric environmentalism from a deep ecology perspective?
What is the primary criticism of anthropocentric environmentalism from a deep ecology perspective?
What is the foundational belief of deep ecology?
What is the foundational belief of deep ecology?
What distinguishes deep ecology from 'shallow' ecology?
What distinguishes deep ecology from 'shallow' ecology?
Which factor does shallow ecology emphasize in its conservation and action movements?
Which factor does shallow ecology emphasize in its conservation and action movements?
What does the belief in environmental conservation for human benefit represent according to the context?
What does the belief in environmental conservation for human benefit represent according to the context?
Which of the following actions reflect the principles of shallow ecology?
Which of the following actions reflect the principles of shallow ecology?
What is the primary focus of shallow ecology according to the text?
What is the primary focus of shallow ecology according to the text?
Which concept is NOT explicitly mentioned as being embodied by stewardship?
Which concept is NOT explicitly mentioned as being embodied by stewardship?
What societal structure does social ecology propose as an alternative to existing hierarchical systems?
What societal structure does social ecology propose as an alternative to existing hierarchical systems?
What is the envisioned outcome of social ecology with respect to human communities and the natural world?
What is the envisioned outcome of social ecology with respect to human communities and the natural world?
What is the role of individuals in relation to the collective, according to Social Ecology?
What is the role of individuals in relation to the collective, according to Social Ecology?
What key concept of natural resources does promoting responsibility emphasize?
What key concept of natural resources does promoting responsibility emphasize?
What economic system aligns with the values of social ecology?
What economic system aligns with the values of social ecology?
Flashcards
Ideological Change
Ideological Change
A shift in beliefs focusing on life quality over living standards.
Deep Ecology
Deep Ecology
A philosophy that prioritizes ecological balance and deep respect for nature.
Human Population Control
Human Population Control
Strategies to regulate human population growth to minimize environmental impact.
Wilderness Preservation
Wilderness Preservation
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Mental Damage Minimization
Mental Damage Minimization
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Life Quality Assessment
Life Quality Assessment
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Human-Ecology Relationship
Human-Ecology Relationship
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Core Principle of Deep Ecology
Core Principle of Deep Ecology
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Stewardship
Stewardship
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Social Ecology
Social Ecology
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Egalitarian Society
Egalitarian Society
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Conservation Easement
Conservation Easement
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Responsibility to Future Generations
Responsibility to Future Generations
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Mutual Aid
Mutual Aid
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Environmental Integrity
Environmental Integrity
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Moral Economy
Moral Economy
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Anthropocentrism
Anthropocentrism
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Rachel Carson
Rachel Carson
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Silent Spring
Silent Spring
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Environmental movement
Environmental movement
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Ecology
Ecology
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Conservation
Conservation
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Selfish motives in conservation
Selfish motives in conservation
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Study Notes
Environmentalism and Related Theories
- Environmental Movement: Began in the 1960s, gaining momentum in the 1970s. Rachel Carson's "Silent Spring" (1962) marked a key moment.
- Deep Ecology: A school of ecological thought valuing all living organisms regardless of usefulness to humans. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of organisms within ecosystems. Coined by Arne Naess in 1973.
- Shallow Ecology: Concentrates on conserving the environment primarily for human benefit, viewing nature as a resource.
- Stewardship of Land: The philosophy of taking responsibility for protecting natural resources and ecosystems for future generations.
- Three Levels of Stewardship: Conservation easements, active land management, and community stewardship address different scales of land protection.
- Social Ecology: Argues that environmental crises stem from social structures of power.
- Social Hierarchy and Class: Social ecology critiques the domination of nature stemming from the domination of humans by humans within hierarchical social structures.
- Anthropocentrism vs. Biocentrism: Anthropocentrism prioritizes humans, whereas biocentrism assigns equal value to all living things.
- Socialist Ecology: Critiques capitalism as the root cause of environmental problems and advocates for common ownership of resources.
- Marxist Environmentalism: Examines environmental issues through a Marxist lens, acknowledging varying interpretations of Marx's views on nature and human interaction.
- Ecofeminism: Connects the domination of women and the domination of nature, recognizing the value of traditionally female activities like caring and nurturing, and linking the subordination of women with the exploitation of the environment.
Green Politics
- Green Politics: A political ideology aiming for an ecologically sustainable society, encompassing environmentalism, social liberalism, and grassroots democracy.
- Green Parties: Emerged in the 1970s, with notable examples including the German Green Party's success in gaining government representation.
- Four Pillars of Green Philosophy: Ecological wisdom, social justice, grassroots democracy, and nonviolence shape the Green movement's approach.
Sustainable Development
- Sustainable Development: A pattern of economic growth meeting human needs while preserving the environment for future generations (Brundtland Commission).
- Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Seventeen interconnected goals aiming to address global challenges (poverty, climate change, conflict).
- Human Development Index: A measure of developmental success incorporating factors beyond GDP (health, education, sanitation).
Notable Ecologists
- Gary Snyder: A notable American poet influenced by Zen Buddhism and eastern philosophies, known for his environmental awareness and concern for the relationship of humans to the natural world.
- Barry Commoner: A scientist and activist who developed "The Four Laws of Ecology" which highlighted interconnectedness and the importance of considering all consequences of human actions on the environment.
- Wendell Berry: A poet, farmer, and writer advocating for a local and ecological perspective on society and agricultural practices.
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