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Environmental Attitudes
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Biocentrism
An ethical standpoint that all living creatures deserve a right to life and that humans are not superior to other living things.
Deep Ecology
A holistic approach to the environment that stresses the intrinsic value of nature and advocates for the profound reorganization of society to prioritize ecological harmony.
Ecocentrism
This perspective values the well-being of entire ecosystems, both living and non-living components, over individual species or human priorities alone.
Egocentrism
An environmental attitude where one prioritizes their own immediate needs or benefits without recognizing or considering the broader long-term environmental impacts.
Sustainable Development
A concept of meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs, balancing environmental, economic, and social concerns.
Environmental Stewardship
A conservation ethic that embodies responsible planning and management of resources. The goal is to maintain and enhance the natural environment for future generations.
Anthropocentrism
A human-centered view of our relationship with the environment, which often prioritizes human well-being over ecological well-being.
Technocentrism
A belief system that posits technological development as a means to solve environmental problems and often regards technology as a neutral or even benevolent force.
Conservationism
A philosophy that promotes the responsible use and management of the natural environment through conservation of resources and sustainable practices.
Preservationism
An environmental philosophy that emphasizes the protection of nature in its pristine state, for its own sake, as opposed to its utility to humans.
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