All Flashcards
Cause & Effect: Overfishing?
Depletes fish populations, disrupts marine ecosystems, and harms economies dependent on fishing.
Cause & Effect: Air pollution from emissions?
Causes respiratory problems, acid rain, and climate change.
Cause & Effect: Overuse of freshwater?
Leads to water scarcity, ecosystem damage, and conflicts over water resources.
Cause & Effect: Degradation of public lands?
Results in soil erosion, loss of biodiversity, and reduced recreational opportunities.
Tragedy of the Commons?
Individuals acting independently deplete a shared resource, harming everyone long-term.
Common Resource?
A resource available to everyone, like air, water, or public lands.
Overexploitation?
Using a resource faster than it can replenish, leading to depletion.
Privatization?
Dividing a common resource into individual ownership.
How do laws and regulations prevent the Tragedy of the Commons?
Limits access and use of common resources through quotas, permits, and restrictions.
How does privatization prevent the Tragedy of the Commons?
People are more likely to care for their own property, leading to better resource management.
How does education and community pressure prevent the Tragedy of the Commons?
Raises awareness about overexploitation and encourages responsible behavior through social norms.
How can fishing quotas promote sustainability?
Limits the amount of fish that can be caught, preventing overfishing and allowing populations to recover.
How can protected areas promote sustainability?
Preserves habitats and biodiversity by restricting human activities in sensitive ecosystems.
How can community-based resource management promote sustainability?
Involves local communities in managing resources, fostering a sense of ownership and responsibility.
How can public awareness campaigns promote sustainability?
Educates people about the importance of conservation, encouraging responsible consumption and waste reduction.