Sustainability
When did the modern environmental movement start? (p. 9).
A term we use to distinguish "this" from junk science.
What is sound science? (p. 12).
This is information presented as valid science.. however it does not conform to the rigors of the methods and practice of legitimate science.
What is junk science? (p. 12).
These are actions and programs that manage natural resources and human well-being for the common good.
What is stewardship? (p. 17).
These can occur anywhere where people lack equal protection from environmental degradation.
What is environmental injustice? (p. 19).
According to our text, this is "the study of how the world works." Hint: think of our subject.
What is environmental science? (p. 9).
This is a specific set of instructions for how to "do" science. It is one way in which "sound science" is separated from "junk science."
What is the scientific method and why does it matter? (p. 12).
Special interest groups trying to influence the public debate about science-related concerns.
Who sometimes gathers information for junk science? (p. 16).
She was a steward who alerted the public about the dangers of pesticides.
What did Rachel Carson do? (p. 18).
Sometimes, in certain areas, "wealthy" elites maintain political power, and through corruption and nepotism***, give money to corporations (not the residents that live there).
The current pattern of international trade... Subsidizing agricultural products... and others.
What are some causes of environmental injustice? (p. 19).
No one knows how many we are losing. However, we are losing many species every day. Without this, we lose certain agricultural crops as well as a way to make certain medicines.
What is biodiversity? (p.8).
1. What we perceive with our 5 senses is objective reality.
2. This objective reality functions according to certain principles and natural laws.
3. Every result has a cause, and every event in turn will cause other events.
4. Through our powers of observation, manipulation, and reason, we can discover and understand the basic principles and natural laws by which the universe functions.
What are some assumptions the scientific method "rests" on? (p. 12).
For example, the Tobacco Institute.
Give me an example of junk science? (p. 16).
This movement was a grassroots effort which resulted in 47 million (+) trees being planted in Kenya.
What was the Green Belt Movement in Kenya? (p. 18).
An example of this is when a more wealthy, more politically active, predominantly white community receives a greater share of facility improvements.
What are some of the examples of environmental injustice? (p. 19).
The reduction of CO2 emissions. This is a way to solve the problem of climate change.
What is mitigation (in the context of sustainability)? (p. 8)
This organism is like the proverbial "canary in the coalmine"- it is warning us of drastic dangers well in advance. This creature is letting us know about about where A LOT of CO2 is ending up these days.
Why are oysters "sounding the alarm"? (p. 13).
Ask yourself:
* What are the data underlying the claim?
* Do the explanations logically follow based on the data?
* Who profits from this explanation?
* Is this conclusion supported by the community of scientists?
What are some ways to use logical reasoning to deduce if something is "junk science"? (p. 17).
He tried to help poor Indian villagers demand right about industry practices. It resulted in this happening to him.
Why was Ramesh Agrawal shot in the leg? (p. 18).
This is an organization that became a voice for social justice in the Southside of Chattanooga.
What is COA? (p. 19).
A set of goals for world development and poverty alleviation, described by the UN, for 2015-2030.
What are the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)? (p. 4).
These can be mathematical formulas, computer simulations, diagrams, conceptual descriptions, or other representations.... they all have in common an attempt to portray the important parts of a real system. (Although "these" are simpler than the system it portrays).
What is a model? (p. 14). *** remember, this is in our context
It is important to allow us to "forge" a sustainable relationship with the natural world. ... The information we rely on needs to be reliable so we can handle the information responsibly.
Why is sound science (not junk science) important? (p. 17).
You can recycle. You can purchase cars that pollute less. You can turn off a light in an empty room. You can also choose to consume less when possible.
How can you be a good steward? (p. 17).
... a government incentive paid to agribusinesses, agricultural organizations and farms to supplement their income, manage the supply of agricultural commodities, and influence the cost and supply of such commodities.
What is subsidization of agriculture? (p. 19).