PRE-FINALS - ENVIRONMENTAL ETHICS 3

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Environmental Ethics

→ is the branch of philosophy that focuses on the moral relationship between humans and the natural environment.

— It explores how we should interact with the planet and its ecosystems, examining issues such as conservation, sustainability, and environmental justice.

Anthropocentrism (Human-Centered Ethics)

→ values nature only for its usefulness to humans and assumes human superiority.

Biocentrism (Life-Centered Ethics)

→ recognizes the intrinsic value of all living things and emphasizes their moral consideration.

Ecocentrism (Ecosystem-Centered Ethics)

→ prioritizes entire ecosystems, including living and non-living elements.

Deforestation

→ Clearing forests for agriculture or development destroys habitats and reduces biodiversity.

Climate Change

→ Pollution and greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) cause global warming, which affects vulnerable communities.

Water Pollution

→ Dumping toxic waste into water harms marine life and human health.

Overfishing

→ Excessive fishing depletes fish populations and disrupts marine ecosystems.

Animal Rights

→ Factory farming and poaching threaten animal welfare and conservation.