Sustainability

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What has happened to resource consumption in the last several hundred years?

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It has increased dramatically.

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Which of these things are you most likely to NOT find in a sustainable home?

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A Hummer (SUV) in the garage.

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What is a human-centered view of our relationship with the environment called?

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Anthropocentrism.

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Which is NOT a way to decrease your ecological footprint?

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Driving a large car around for fun.

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What are our basic needs?

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Food, water, shelter.

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What is sustainability?

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The ability to meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

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What is an ecological footprint?

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A measure of the environmental impact of an individual or community, expressed as the amount of land required to sustain their use of natural resources.

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What are renewable resources?

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Resources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and biomass.

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What is the principle of conservation in sustainability?

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The practice of using resources wisely and efficiently to minimize waste and preserve the environment.

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What is anthropocentrism?

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A viewpoint that considers human beings as the most significant entity of the universe, often leading to the exploitation of natural resources.