ENVIRSC 2EI3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 5: Kyoto Protocol, Ecocentrism, Basel Convention
6 Feb 2017
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Vision is a realistic, credible, and attractive future for a region or a group. Applications to cities like hamilton: in the year 2020, hamilton- Wentworth supports a population consistent with the carrying capacity of the region. People live in a region of compact core urban areas, surrounded by a rural landscape that includes productive family farms, hamlets, and a continuous network of natural areas. Ethics: set of moral principles or values that guides the actions of decisions of an individual or groups. Ecocentric perspective: limit disruptions, emphasizes low-impact technology, concerned with moral values. Technocentric perspective: humankind is able to comprehend and manipulate the environment so that we can use it for our needs. Technology will save the day no matter what. Centered on urban environments: ethics and values, environmental justice. According to the united states epa: fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people.
