MODULE-17-21.pptx

COR 015 INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY OF THE HUMAN PERSON MODULE 17 Environment Related World Views Biocentrism- humans are not superior to others, every living beings are important (biodiversity, animal rights and environmental protection) Ecocentrism- value of the ecosystems...

COR 015 INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY OF THE HUMAN PERSON MODULE 17 Environment Related World Views Biocentrism- humans are not superior to others, every living beings are important (biodiversity, animal rights and environmental protection) Ecocentrism- value of the ecosystems (both its living and non-living components) “NATURE-CENTERED” Anthropocentrism- nature and ecosystems are sources of resources for human use. “HUMAN- CENTERED” MODULE 18 Examining Philippine Environmental Laws Republic Act 8749 "Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999." Section 2. Declaration of Principles. - The State shall protect and advance the right of the people to a balanced and healthful ecology in accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature Section 3. Declaration of Policies. - The State shall pursue a policy of balancing development and environmental protection. - Formulate a holistic national program of air pollution management - Encourage cooperation and self-regulation among citizens and industries MODULE 18 Examining Philippine Environmental Laws Republic Act 8749 "Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999." Section 2. Declaration of Principles. - The State shall protect and advance the right of the people to a balanced and healthful ecology in accord with the rhythm and harmony of nature Section 3. Declaration of Policies. - The State shall pursue a policy of balancing development and environmental protection. - Focus primarily on pollution prevention rather than on control - Promote public information and education - Formulate and enforce a system of accountability for short and long-term adverse environmental impact of a project, program or activity MODULE 18 Examining Philippine Environmental Laws Republic Act No. 9003 (Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000) a) ensure the protection of the public health and environment; b) utilize environmentally-sound methods that maximize the utilization of valuable resources and encourage resource conservation and recovery c) set guidelines and targets for solid waste avoidance and volume reduction through source reduction and waste minimization measures MODULE 18 Examining Philippine Environmental Laws Republic Act No. 9275 (Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004) a) a) to streamline processes and procedures in the prevention, control and abatement of pollution of the country's water resources b) to promote environmental strategies, use of appropriate economic instruments and of control mechanisms for the protection of water resources c) to formulate a holistic national program of water quality management that recognizes that water quality management issues d) to formulate an integrated water quality management framework through proper delegation and effective coordination of functions and activities. MODULE 21 Types of Society and Exploring Social Institutions Pre-industrial Society limited forms of production, limited division of labor and limited social stratification Hunting and gathering society Horticulture and pastoral society Agrarian society Industrial Society technologies were developed that harnessed new forms of energy Post-Industrial Society Education and technology become very important in this society. Human relationships are now mostly mediated by computers.