Match Concepts and Their Descriptions

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Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

Environmental Ethics = Ethical dimensions in play in any decision that impacts the environment Green Economics = Focuses specifically on reducing the impact of the economic systems on the planet Non-capitalistic economies = Some believe capitalistic approaches are inconsistent with ideas of long-term sustainability Green Party pillars = Includes ecological wisdom, social justice, grassroots democracy, and non-violence

Match the following terms with their significance:

Cost-benefit analysis = Helps make wise environmental decisions within an economic context Ecological systems = Systems that are damaged by excessive economic activities Eco-socialism = Suggests the breakdown of environmental systems is caused by capitalist systems Grassroots democracy = A principle of the Green Party emphasizing participation from the community level

Match the following ethical frameworks with their focal points:

Environmental Ethics = Defines collective environmental values through laws Green Economics = Promotes strategies for local, national, or international sustainability Non-capitalistic economies = Challenges the profit-driven demand for resources Green Party pillars = Advocates for principles like non-violence and social justice

Match the following statements with their corresponding theories:

Cost-benefit analysis = Can inform environmental impact assessments Green Economics = Supports sustainability through specific economic strategies Eco-socialism = Critiques capitalist systems for environmental degradation Non-capitalistic economies = Seeks alternatives to profit-driven resource consumption Signup and view all the answers

Match the following environmental concepts with their characteristics:

Environmental Ethics = Incorporates ethical considerations into environmental regulations Green Party pillars = Involves principles aimed at promoting a balanced society and nature Non-capitalistic economies = Proposes economic models that prioritize sustainability over profit Green Economics = Aims to advance sustainability through less harmful economic practices Signup and view all the answers

Match the following economic approaches with their characteristics:

Neoclassical Economics = Believes in unregulated free markets to solve environmental issues Capitalism = An economic system based on private ownership and free markets Marxism = Critiques capitalism and proposes a classless society Environmental Economics = Focuses on the economic impact of environmental policies Signup and view all the answers

Match the following critiques of Neoliberalism with their impact:

Consumerism = Drives demand for trade and resource exploitation Resource Distribution = Leads to inequalities in access to resources Inequality = Results from uneven wealth distribution in society Environmental Degradation = Caused by unchecked economic growth and resource depletion Signup and view all the answers

Match the following theories with their origins:

Deep Ecology = Emerges from environmental ethics Ecofeminism = Roots in both feminism and environmentalism Neoclassical Economics = Based on classical economic principles Marxist Approaches = Stems from critiques of capitalism Signup and view all the answers

Match the following phrases with their meanings:

Solid Economy = A balanced economy that meets current and future needs Sustainability = Using resources without depleting them for future generations Resource Exploitation = Overuse of natural resources beyond sustainable limits Consumer Culture = A societal trend centered around the acquisition of goods Signup and view all the answers

Match the following outcomes with their causes:

Environmental Damage = Result of consumerism and resource exploitation Economic Disparity = Caused by neoliberal policies favoring limited regulation Social Inequality = Driven by unequal resource distribution Unsustainable Practices = Originating from short-term profit motives Signup and view all the answers

Match the following economic goals with their descriptions:

Economic Freedom = Ensures individuals can make choices regarding economic activities Privatization = Transferring ownership of resources from public to private sectors Open Markets = Facilitates international trade without barriers Limited Government Regulation = Minimal interference in economic transactions Signup and view all the answers

Match the following sustainability practices with their types:

Resource Management = Sustainable use of shared resources Ecological Conservation = Protection of ecosystems against exploitation Economic Planning = Strategies to ensure long-term economic stability Social Equity = Ensuring fair access to resources for all groups Signup and view all the answers

Match the environmental philosophies with their key beliefs:

Deep Ecology = Environment has intrinsic value Ecofeminism = Focus on nurturing and cooperation Environmental Economics = Managing external costs Destruction Regardless of Theory = Humans cause problems in any system Signup and view all the answers

Match the management strategies with their descriptions:

Regulations = Limit pollution and manage external costs Taxes = Discourage polluting products while generating revenue Property Rights = Rules for specific activities in locations Externalities = Unaccounted costs in price of goods/services Signup and view all the answers

Match the concepts with their main proponents:

Deep Ecology = Philosophical approach to nature's value Ecofeminism = Critiques masculine domination in environmentalism Environmental Economics = Focus on economic impacts of environment Green Jobs = New job opportunities in sustainable practices Signup and view all the answers

Match the elements with their significance in environmental thought:

Deep Ecology = Philosophy influencing economic thinking Ecofeminism = Rejects traditional economic approaches Green Jobs = Focused on sustainable economy growth Externalities = Factors influencing true cost analysis Signup and view all the answers

Match the statements with the respective environmental philosophies:

Deep Ecology = Sees the environment as a whole that deserves respect Ecofeminism = Calls for a return to feminine values for sustainability Destruction Regardless of Theory = Destruction persists beyond economic systems Environmental Economics = Analyzes cost implications of environmental impact Signup and view all the answers

Match the approaches to managing environmental impacts:

Regulations = Impose limits to reduce environmental damage Taxes = Create financial disincentives for pollution Property Rights = Establish ownership to control environmental use Green Jobs = Promote sustainable economic development Signup and view all the answers

Match the terms with their definitions:

Ecofeminism = Argues imbalance stems from masculine values Deep Ecology = Posits that we cannot quantify environmental value Externalities = Costs not included in the pricing of goods Green Jobs = Employment in environmentally beneficial sectors Signup and view all the answers

Match the environmental issues with their implications:

Destruction Regardless of Theory = Destruction is a universal problem Ecofeminism = Advocates for a holistic view of environmental issues Environmental Economics = Seeks to understand costs beyond just economics Deep Ecology = Encourages simplification of lifestyles for harmony Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts related to resource demands with their descriptions:

Crony Capitalism = Favors a few over the masses Debt = Counties take on debt, small nations have hard time paying it off Resource Depletion = We are depleting many important natural resources Increasing Demands = Driving up price Signup and view all the answers

Match the following elements of environmental economics with their definitions:

Direct Value = Value derived from the resource Indirect Value = Ecosystem services the environment provides Option Value = Costs for protecting the environment now for later consumption Existence Value = Value given to place for its overall intrinsic value Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of analysis with their purposes in environmental economics:

Cost-benefit analysis = Comparisons made with alternative projects External Costs = Must calculate effects on non-users Predictions = Made of the project's outcomes over a specific time Benefits and Disadvantages = Converted into real money values Signup and view all the answers

Match the following outcomes with their effects on economies:

Oligarchical Activities = Can lead to oligarchial activities by governments Pollution = Largely focuses on pollution and resource depletion Environmental Protection = Try to understand how best to protect the environment Economic Challenges = Challenges brought to society by economic activities Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components of environmental valuation with their key characteristics:

Direct Value = Monetary value from the immediate resource use Option Value = Future value consideration for resource protection Existence Value = Value based on intrinsic worth Indirect Value = Value from ecosystem services Signup and view all the answers

Match the following aspects of debt with their implications:

National Debt = Debt that affects the economic health of a country Personal Debt = Involves individuals financial responsibilities Oligarchical Control = Concentration of wealth managed by few individuals Economic Harm = Can harm some economies Signup and view all the answers

Match the following environmental economics elements with their focus:

Cost-Effectiveness = Assessment of project impacts on users Real Money Values = Evaluation of tangible benefits and costs Comparative Analysis = Alternatives assessment on project viability Externality Assessment = Incorporating off-site effects on costs and benefits Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their associated economic concepts:

Resource Management = Valuing the environment directly and indirectly Environmental Challenges = Issues arising from economic activities Wealth Concentration = Issues related to crony capitalism Pollution Control = Efforts to mitigate environmental degradation Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Environmental Ethics

Ethical considerations when making decisions impacting the environment.

Green Economics

Economics focused on reducing the environment's negative impact.