Human Development and Adequate Environment
If earth was all covered by deserts, could Man reach this level of technological development?
“You are a product of your environment. So choose the environment that will best develop you toward your objective. Analyze your life in terms of its environment. Are the things around you helping you toward success — or are they holding you back?”(Stone). Our environment affects us all in many different ways, just because we are all human and have different ways of adapting to specific situations, our reactions can be based upon how we were raised we have seen throughout our lives. But it is not arguable that we as intellectual beings adapt, but the next question is where does the border lie between adaptation and environment and the result of this adjustment. Let’s consider that our natural habitat is all deserts, will we develop the same way and outcome we are now? So, it is unquestionable that nature and its resources manipulate main roll in humans improvement.
Natural resources are those visible or non-visible things, which are produced or given by nature for living on this earth. These natural resources have no source but its existence means a lot for human beings. Human can only modify it but cannot produce natural resources which are essential in growth and inventions. Thus the consumption of these resources should be in limit in order to make sure that the existence of these resources should not be end ever in future.
Every tiny secret of science man discovered was buried inside nature components.
Natural Resources and Humans
Air, water, soil, land, sunshine, forest, animals, coal, petroleum and minerals are the natural resources with no source. Air, water, animals and tree comes in category of renewal resources as they can be regained by nature, but by using in efficient manner. On the other side, petroleum, metals and coals are found in limited quantity and come under non-renewal category. These non renewal resources cannot be reproduced by anyone either human or nature.
Some resources come from other natural resources like wood and oxygen come from tree, petroleum and metal come from land, solar energy comes from sunshine, wind energy comes from natural wind and hydro electrical energy comes from water.
Beginning from the birth till death, a human life completely depends on these natural resources and by consuming it in efficient manner we just do assurance of availability of these resources in future always.
Conservation refers to the process of protection, preservation, management, and restoration of natural environments and their inhabitants. The main objective of sustainable development is to preserve the resources of the environment for future generation use even after being used by the present generation. Hence, to achieve the objective of sustainable development, conservation of the environment is important.
Sustainable Development and Environment Conservation
Conservation of the environment involves two processes — protecting natural resources and living in a way causing less damage to the environment. Environment refers to natural resources like air, water, and land and their interrelationship with the human beings. In a broader aspect, it also comprises of trees, soil, fossil fuels, minerals etc. Trees help in protecting the soil from getting eroded due to flood or rain. They are also needed to purify the air.
Water is needed not only by human beings for consumption, but also for agriculture, the existence of living beings like plants and animals and production in different sectors. The soil is needed for providing production of food for all living beings as well as for filtering water. Hence, trees, soil and every source of water is needed to be conserved and stopped from getting polluted. These three elements play an important role in the existence of living beings. Pollution of these elements will not only cause us harm, but they will also pose more threat for the coming generations.
Conservation of environment not only includes conservation of natural resources. It also refers to the conservation of energy. Solar and wind energy are two forms of renewable energy that will help in the reduction of usage of non-renewable energy like fossil fuels, power cars etc. If all forms of renewable energy are used to replace the non- renewable forms of energy, a huge positive impact on earth could be achieved. Non-renewable energies take time to replenish; this is the reason why renewable forms of energy should be used.
Continuous development needs definite measures and actions
Apart from the conservation of the environment, certain measures should be taken to replenish the resources of the environment that are being used. Reforestation of trees, composting of soil, to maintain their quality are some of the useful ways to replenish the resources of the environment. These methods will certainly help in maintaining a balance in the environment.
Along with these factors, measures should be taken to reduce pollution in the environment. Usage of electric or hybrid vehicles instead of gas guzzlers can be a wise alternative in reducing carbon emission to the environment. It is also advisable to walk or ride a cycle or share a vehicle to reduce carbon emission. Organic farming is another alternative to maintain the quality of soil as well as the food thereby causing less harm to the environment and reducing health hazards which might be caused due to the usage of chemicals in farming.
Quitting smoking and using natural products instead of chemical products not only benefit your health, but also have a positive impact on the environment. One can save water by turning off the faucet or by storing rainwater for different uses. Cleaning clothes and dishes only after having a full load can also save water. Unplugging electrical devices when not in use is a cost-effective and energy-saving way. Besides, one can also reuse and recycle products that will bring a new life to old items. Also, avoiding using plastic products can have a positive impact on the environment.
Conclusion
The aim of sustainable development could be achieved by conserving the environment. It will not only help in reducing the damage to the environment but also help in the preservation of resources for the future generation.
