Natural Capital and Sustainable Development

The video discusses the intrinsic and economic value of natural resources, emphasizing the concept of natural capital and its potential to generate income. It explains sustainability, sustainable yield, and the dynamic nature of resources. The video also covers types of natural capital, including non-renewable, renewable, and replenishable resources, and highlights examples like Easter Island and Kaieteur National Park to illustrate sustainable development and ecological footprints.

What is the main challenge in measuring the intrinsic value of natural sites?

• Difficulty in assigning a monetary value

• Insufficient data on biodiversity

• Limited public interest

• Lack of scientific tools

How can a waterfall serve as a source of natural capital?

• As a site for scientific research

• By supporting local agriculture

• Through hydro-electric power and tourism

• By providing drinking water

What is an example of a resource that gained value over time?

• Water

• Coal

• Uranium

• Timber

What is the definition of sustainable yield?

• The total biomass at a given time

• The annual growth of a population

• The rate of resource consumption

• The amount of resource that can be used without depleting the capital

Which of the following is considered replenishable natural capital?

• Minerals

• Fossil fuels

• Bamboo forests

• The ozone layer

What is a key feature of sustainable development?

• Balancing environmental protection with development

• Ignoring community involvement

• Focusing solely on economic growth

• Maximizing resource extraction

How does the Kaieteur National Park exemplify sustainable development?

• By restricting all human activity

• Through exclusive government management

• Through eco-tourism and community involvement

• By focusing on hydro-electric power only

What does the ecological footprint measure?

• The carbon emissions of a country

• The economic output of a region

• The biodiversity of an area

• The land and water needed to support a population

What was a major consequence of exceeding the carrying capacity on Easter Island?

• Increased biodiversity

• Economic prosperity

• Technological advancement

• Complete deforestation

What lesson does Easter Island provide for current environmental challenges?

• The benefits of isolation

• The risks of exceeding environmental limits

• The need for unlimited resource use

• The importance of technological innovation