Impact of Environmental Degradation on Economic Development

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What is one of the consequences of severe environmental degradation on farm productivity?

Increased food production

Falling farm productivity (correct)

Improved living conditions for the poor

Higher per capita income

Which group is most affected by inaccessibility to sanitation and clean water?

Developed countries

Lower-income groups (correct)

Middle-income groups

Upper-income groups

What do development economists agree should form an integral part of policy initiatives?

Healthcare reform

Social welfare programs

Environmental considerations (correct)

Technological advancements

What can greatly reduce long-term national productivity according to the text?

Unsustainable methods of production Signup and view all the answers

Which activity paradoxically shows up as having a positive impact on current GNI figures?

Using unsustainable methods of production Signup and view all the answers

Where are the world's remaining forests concentrated, contributing to climate change?

Highly indebted developing countries like Africa and Indonesia Signup and view all the answers

What are developing countries predicted to suffer most from in the future according to climate models?

Future global warming and climate change Signup and view all the answers

What term is used in the text to describe developing nations' reliance on developed countries for emission reduction steps?

'Environmental' dependence Signup and view all the answers

What do development economists believe should be synonymous with achieving environmentally sustainable growth?

'Enhancing the productivity of resources' and 'improving living conditions among the poor' Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the effects of rapid population growth and expanding economic activity in the developing world as mentioned in the text?

Extensive environmental damage unless mitigated Signup and view all the answers

Which policy strategy does the Stern Review suggest for mitigating emissions?

Establishing a cap on greenhouse gases Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge in achieving sustainable development according to the text?

Rapid population growth Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of global warming according to the text?

High-income countries emissions Signup and view all the answers

How would slowing population growth rates impact environmental problems according to the text?

Help ease environmental problems Signup and view all the answers

What mechanism has slowly made progress for paying developing countries to preserve forests?

REDD-plus Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception regarding the relationship between high fertility and poverty?

High fertility is a result of poverty Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant contributor to harmful greenhouse gases according to the text?

Deforestation in developing countries Signup and view all the answers

What is the main factor contributing to environmental degradation in developing countries?

Absolute poverty Signup and view all the answers

How is adaptation to climate change defined by the UNDP?

"A process to enhance and cope with climatic events" Signup and view all the answers

What is identified as a key component in preventing environmental degradation in poor communities?

Providing institutional support Signup and view all the answers

What is the proposed adaptation strategy that reduces risks across space?

"Mobility" Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately reflects the impact of high fertility rates on resource utilization?

High fertility accelerates resource depletion Signup and view all the answers

How can national and local public health agencies help in climate change adaptation?

"By implementing citizen awareness campaigns and emergency health infrastructure" Signup and view all the answers

How does the text suggest that poverty is linked to environmental decay?

By compelling people to live in degraded lands Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge associated with immediate mitigation of climate change?

"Lags in the climate system" Signup and view all the answers

"What can reduce the need for planned adaptation according to the text?"

"Autonomous adaptation" Signup and view all the answers