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- 1. THE HUMAN PERSON IN THE ENVIRONMENT
- 2. NO MAN IS AN ISLAND Im sure that you already hear this quote What do you think about this, Do you agree with this? As a human person we interact not only with our fellow human beings but also with the other living and non living elements in our environment Humankind is part of the world and we significantly affect our environment in the same way that changes in our environment affect us.
- 3. How does philosophy define the persons Relationship with the environment? The person has the ability to change the environment to suit his purpose. The early history human come together to form communities, the landscape and the environment Philosophers believes that the person has a special relationship with nature, unlike other organisms that are merely part of the ecosystem Forest gave way to farmlands mountains were mine for minerals and metals, and rivers and lakes weres transformed to yield more resources for mankind
- 4. ENVIRONMENTAL PHILOSOPHY It is an orderly environment where human persons thrive best. Disorders give rise to several problems and challenges for humankind As a rational being, the person is not only capable of transforming the world, but also of understanding the laws which govern nature. It can be said that the world is a text which the person can read and understand in order to live a better life. He may treat it as: 1.A source of raw materials to be used in any way he pleases 2.As something that envelops and surround him, and thus have a unique relationship with it. 3.This means that persons can help environment become greater than what it originally is
- 6. ENVIRONMENTAL AESTHETIC Philosophical view that believes maintaining order in the environment will bring out the natural beauty of the surroundings and contribute to the well-being of the people and other organisms living in it. The appreciation of natural beauty brings about the concern for the environment and helps people relate more effectively with nature.
- 7. ENVIRONMENTAL ETHICS This is a moral approach that analyzes the relationship between humans and the environment. It also discusses environmental problem caused by human activities and social issues that impact the environment It serves as a basis reflecting on how our actions show our regard for nature. As persons, It is our responsibility to start with our own actions and how they affect our immediate surroundings
- 8. ENVIRONMENTALISM This is a moral approach that analyzes the relationship between humans and the environment. Its also discusses environmental problems caused by human activities and social issues that impact the environment. it serves as a basis for reflecting on how our actions show our regard for nature. It also guides us in upholding the welfare of the environment and everything in it. As persons, it is our responsibility to start with our own actions and how they affect our immediate surroundings.
- 9. SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT This concept focuses on reconciling human activities and economic development with the protection of the environment. MAJOR IDEAS: 1.We must wise decisions regarding the use of natural resources to ensure that there is still enough left for future use. 2.The misuse of resources often means that other people do not get to benefit from it.
- 10. PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABILITY 1.Environmental integrity 2.Economic efficiency 3.Equity