Unit 9

"Age of fossil Fuels"

Period dominated by energy from fossil fuels.

"Scientific management"

Management theory optimizing productivity and efficiency.

Anthropocene Era

Current geological age influenced by human activity.

Cultural imperialism

Dominance of one culture over others globally.

environmental justice

A recognition that access to a clean, healthy environment is a fundamental right of all human beings.

Examples of "religious fundamentalism"

Strict adherence to specific religious beliefs and practices.

Examples of Global Pandemics

Widespread disease outbreaks affecting multiple countries.

Examples of Gov't Involvement in Personal Life

Government actions affecting individual rights and freedoms.

Feminism

Movement advocating for women's rights and equality.

Global climate change

Long-term alteration of temperature and weather patterns.

Global Urbanization

Rising population in urban areas worldwide.

Globalization

Increasing interconnectedness of economies and cultures.

Green Revolution

Agricultural transformation with high-yield crops.

IMF & World Bank

Institutions providing financial support to countries.

Impact of humans

In addition to global warming, human activities can impose strong selection and have substantial impacts on organisms' life histories.

Informal Economy

Economic activities not regulated by government.

Internal combustion engine

Engine type using fuel combustion for power.

Long-Distance Migration

Movement of people across significant distances.

NAFTA

Trade agreement between North American countries.

Paris Climate Agreement

An agreement within the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change dealing with greenhouse gas emissions mitigation, adaptation and finance starting in the year 2020.

Population pressure

Strain on resources due to increasing population.

Service Sector

Economic sector providing services rather than goods.

Shipping container

Standardized metal box for efficient cargo transport.

Silent Spring

1962 book by Rachel Carson that started the environmental movement

Transnational corporations (TNCs)

Companies operating in multiple countries globally.

WHO

World Health Organization, focused on global health.

World Trade Organization (WTO)

International body regulating global trade agreements.