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What is an environmental value system (EVS)?
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A worldview about the relationship between humans and the natural world that shapes environmental decisions.
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Give a one-sentence definition.
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What is an environmental value system (EVS)?
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A worldview about the relationship between humans and the natural world that shapes environmental decisions.
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Give a one-sentence definition.
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What is the EVS “inputs → processes → outputs” idea?
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Inputs are influences, processes are how you interpret them (values/beliefs), and outputs are the decisions/actions you take.
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Think: influences → thinking → actions.
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What is the EVS “inputs → processes → outputs” idea?
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Inputs are influences, processes are how you interpret them (values/beliefs), and outputs are the decisions/actions you take.
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Think: influences → thinking → actions.
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Give two examples of EVS inputs.
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Examples: cultural traditions, media/social media, scientific information, economic conditions, religion, direct experiences.
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Inputs = what shapes your views.
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Give two examples of EVS inputs.
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Examples: cultural traditions, media/social media, scientific information, economic conditions, religion, direct experiences.
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Inputs = what shapes your views.
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What are EVS processes?
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How you interpret inputs: evaluating evidence, emotions, moral judgements, and identity/values.
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Processes = beliefs + reasoning.
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What are EVS processes?
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How you interpret inputs: evaluating evidence, emotions, moral judgements, and identity/values.
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Processes = beliefs + reasoning.
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Give two examples of EVS outputs.
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Examples: supporting/opposing laws, lifestyle choices (diet/energy/travel), campaigning/volunteering, political choices.
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Outputs = what you do.
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Give two examples of EVS outputs.
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Examples: supporting/opposing laws, lifestyle choices (diet/energy/travel), campaigning/volunteering, political choices.
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Outputs = what you do.
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Name the three main EVS categories.
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Ecocentric, anthropocentric, technocentric.
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Three “-centric” types.
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Name the three main EVS categories.
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Ecocentric, anthropocentric, technocentric.
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Three “-centric” types.
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Ecocentric = ?
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Nature-centred: protect ecosystems and live in balance with the environment.
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Nature first.
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Ecocentric = ?
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Nature-centred: protect ecosystems and live in balance with the environment.
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Nature first.
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Anthropocentric = ?
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Human-centred: manage nature responsibly to meet human needs.
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Humans at the centre.
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Anthropocentric = ?
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Human-centred: manage nature responsibly to meet human needs.
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Humans at the centre.
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Technocentric = ?
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Technology-centred: innovation and technology can solve environmental problems.
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Tech will fix it.
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Technocentric = ?
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Technology-centred: innovation and technology can solve environmental problems.
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Tech will fix it.
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What is the big idea of an ecocentric worldview?
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Put nature first. Protect ecosystems even if humans must change how they live.
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Nature has priority.
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What is the big idea of an ecocentric worldview?
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Put nature first. Protect ecosystems even if humans must change how they live.
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Nature has priority.
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Why do ecocentrics prefer prevention?
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They think overuse of resources causes problems, so reducing use and waste stops damage before it happens.
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Prevent > fix later.
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Why do ecocentrics prefer prevention?
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They think overuse of resources causes problems, so reducing use and waste stops damage before it happens.
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Prevent > fix later.
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Define “intrinsic value of nature”.
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Nature is valuable simply because it exists, not because humans use it.
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Value without human use.
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Define “intrinsic value of nature”.
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Nature is valuable simply because it exists, not because humans use it.
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Value without human use.
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Give two ecocentric solutions.
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Examples: protecting forests/rivers, using fewer resources, reducing waste, sustainable farming, recycling/reusing.
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Low-impact living.
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Give two ecocentric solutions.
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Examples: protecting forests/rivers, using fewer resources, reducing waste, sustainable farming, recycling/reusing.
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Low-impact living.
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Why might ecocentrics reject building a dam?
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Because it floods habitats, blocks fish migration, alters river flow, reduces water quality, and can destroy culturally important land.
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Think: ecosystem disruption.
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Why might ecocentrics reject building a dam?
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Because it floods habitats, blocks fish migration, alters river flow, reduces water quality, and can destroy culturally important land.
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Think: ecosystem disruption.
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What is the big idea of an anthropocentric worldview?
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Humans are central. Nature matters mainly because it supports human life and development, so it should be managed responsibly.
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Human-centred management.
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What is the big idea of an anthropocentric worldview?
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Humans are central. Nature matters mainly because it supports human life and development, so it should be managed responsibly.
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Human-centred management.
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How do anthropocentrics usually solve environmental problems?
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Through practical management: laws and regulations, planning, education, incentives (e.g. taxes), and international agreements.
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Policy + balance.
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How do anthropocentrics usually solve environmental problems?
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Through practical management: laws and regulations, planning, education, incentives (e.g. taxes), and international agreements.
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Policy + balance.
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Forest management example (anthropocentric): what would they do?
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Allow controlled logging, require replanting, set limits, and fine illegal cutting to protect forests while supporting the economy.
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Not total ban.
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Forest management example (anthropocentric): what would they do?
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Allow controlled logging, require replanting, set limits, and fine illegal cutting to protect forests while supporting the economy.
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Not total ban.
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One limitation of anthropocentrism?
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It may still allow environmental damage if it benefits humans, and may protect ecosystems less if they have no direct human use.
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Human benefit can dominate.
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One limitation of anthropocentrism?
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It may still allow environmental damage if it benefits humans, and may protect ecosystems less if they have no direct human use.
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Human benefit can dominate.
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What is the big idea of a technocentric worldview?
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Trust technology and innovation to solve environmental problems while allowing continued economic growth.
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Tech + growth.
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What is the big idea of a technocentric worldview?
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Trust technology and innovation to solve environmental problems while allowing continued economic growth.
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Tech + growth.
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What do technocentrics focus on more: innovation or reducing consumption?
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Innovation. They prefer smarter, cleaner technology rather than making people use much less.
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Innovation > lifestyle cuts.
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What do technocentrics focus on more: innovation or reducing consumption?
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Innovation. They prefer smarter, cleaner technology rather than making people use much less.
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Innovation > lifestyle cuts.
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Give three examples of technocentric solutions.
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Examples: renewable energy, electric vehicles, carbon capture, smart grids/LEDs, geoengineering.
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Think “high-tech fixes”.
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Give three examples of technocentric solutions.
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Examples: renewable energy, electric vehicles, carbon capture, smart grids/LEDs, geoengineering.
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Think “high-tech fixes”.
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Why can technocentric solutions have limitations?
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They can ignore overconsumption, create new problems (e-waste/mining), be expensive, and give a false sense that tech will fix everything.
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Tech can create trade-offs.
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Why can technocentric solutions have limitations?
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They can ignore overconsumption, create new problems (e-waste/mining), be expensive, and give a false sense that tech will fix everything.
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Tech can create trade-offs.
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