PARADIGM SHIFTS

Science 10Ms. McGrath

REVIEW: THREATS

Increased Pollutants (fertilizers, pesticides)

Biomagnification Eutrophication

Destruction of Habitats (You will see today)

Deforestation Draining Wetlands

Alien Species / Invasive Species

SHIFTING PERSPECTIVES

Ecotourism A form of tourism that is sensitive to the

health of an ecosystem. Involves recreational activities provided by

sustainable ecosystems. Examples: hiking, snowshoeing, kayaking,

bird watching. Now a multi-billion dollar industry worldwide.

SHIFTING PERSPECTIVES

Connectivity The collection of links and relationships

between ecosystems that are separated geographically.

Example: protection for migrating birds across the Can-US border.

PARADIGM SHIFT

Paradigm A view of the world or a way of thinking

about how the world works.

Paradigm Shift A slow yet significant change in the way

humans view the world. Rare

THINK ABOUT IT...

Major changes which are controversial when first proposed but eventually come to be accepted as a major advancement in scientific knowledge and understanding.

Examples? The world is flat. Plants revolve around Earth. The continents were once together.

ARE WE IN A SHIFT?

Proof: Recycle, Reduce, Reuse Public Transportation Alternative Sources of Energy Reducing Invasive Species Government regulations, laws, and acts

ARE WE IN A SHIFT?

Outcomes: Pesticide By-Laws

Stops the use of cosmetic pesticides The Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement

A phosphorus control program Environmental Farm Plans

Management for wildlife, irrigation, nutrients, pesticides Highway and Outdoor Lights Changed

Lower energy bulbs Idle Free Zones BPA Ban

INDIVIDUAL EMPOWERMENT

INDIVIDUAL EMPOWERMENT

INDIVIDUAL EMPOWERMENT

SELF EDUCATION

Educate yourself about how products are made, whether they are environmentally friendly, economically and socially sustainable. Examples:

Fair Trade Products Based on the transparency in business and sustainable

development. A Product’s Life Cycle

Involves making, distributing, selling, using, and disposing.

FACTORS THAT AFFECT SUSTAINABILITY AND SHIFTING OUR PERSPECTIVES...

Be aware of the consequences of YOUR actions and activities!