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What is sustainability?
Is the practice of utilizing resources for current needs while keeping or creating future resources.
How does changing land for farming effect the environment?
By impacting the environment causing habitat loss, reducing biodiversity, and leading to soil degradation.
It leads to shortages and harms plants and animals that need water.
How is gas emissions caused?
Gas emissions are caused when fuels like coal, oil, and gas are burned for energy, releasing gases like carbon dioxide into the air.
What are two suggested solutions to address the water impact of livestock?
Improving water efficiency in feed production, and implementing effective manure management practices.
What are the three pilers of sustainability?
Social, Environmental, Economic
What is soil degradation and how is it linked to deforestation for grazing?
When forests are removed exposing soil to erosion, compaction from livestock, and nutrient depletion.
What factor in livestock is the biggest concern in water pollution?
Runoff from manure and urine which are high in harmful nutrients.
How does agriculture contribute to overall greenhouse gas emissions?
Why is it important to adopt sustainable practices?
The implication of technologies and management methods that improve efficiency and minimize environmental pollution.