This document discusses environmental philosophy and humanity's relationship with the environment. It outlines three major views on this relationship: anthropocentrism, which sees nature as existing for human use; biocentrism, which believes all organisms have inherent value; and ecocentrism, which views humanity as part of the greater biological system. The document also discusses principles of sustainability like environmental integrity and economic efficiency, arguing we must use resources prudently to conserve them for future generations. Finally, it identifies some human actions that do and do not show care for the environment.

1. MAN AND HIS
ENVIRONMENT
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TAGBINA NHS

2. “No man is an island,
entire of itself; every man
is a piece of the
continent, a part of the
main.”
John Donne

3. ENVIRONMENTAL PHILOSOPHY
As a human person, we interact not
only with our fellow human beings, but
also with other living and non-living
elements in our environment.
Humankind is a part of the world, and
we significantly affect our environment
in the same way that changes in our
environment affect us.

4. ENVIRONMENTAL PHILOSOPHY
Environment philosophy is the
discipline that studies the moral
relationship of human beings with
the environment and its non-
human contents.
Philosophers believe that the human
person has the ability to change the
environment to suit his purposes.

5. ENVIRONMENTAL PHILOSOPHY
It is in 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.

6.  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. 2. As something that envelops and surround him,
and thus have a unique relationship with it .
This means that persons can help the
environment become greater than what it
originally is.

7. THREE MAJOR VIEWS
1. Anthropocentrism – focuses on the
significant role of humankind in the
world and considers nature as the
means by which humans are able to
meet their needs and survive.
This view believes that humans are the
most important species on the planet
and they are free to transform nature
and use its resources.

8. THREE MAJOR VIEWS
2. Biocentrism – believes that humans
are not the only significant species on
the planet, and that all other
organisms have inherent value and
should be protected. This view
advocates ethical treatment of
animals.

9. THREE MAJOR VIEWS
3. Ecocentrism – places great value on
ecosystems and biological
communities. This view believes that
humankind is a part of a greater
biological system or community and
that we have a significant role as
stewards or guardians of nature.
This view promotes the idea that order and
balance in nature brings about stability
and beauty.

10. THREE MAJOR VIEWS
 The influence of humanity on the
environment can be best understood if
we consider the individual person as a
dynamic source of change within his
particular environment.

11. ENVIRONMENTAL AESTHETICS
 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.

12. ENVIRONMENTAL ETHICS
 This is a moral approach that analyzes the
relationship between humans and the
environment. It 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

13. ENVIRONMENTALISM
 This perspective advocates to address the growing
environmental problems. It has become an
important issue in international politics as
governments and international organizations have
devoted efforts to discuss environmental issues and
formulate plans to address them

14. SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
 This concept focuses on reconciling human
activities and economic development with the
protection of the environment.
Major ideas:
1. We must make 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

15. PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABILITY
1. Environmental integrity – refers to
maintaining the state of the environment.
 This means that human activities should not
unduly disrupt the ecosystems and human
communities located in the area
 Care should be taken that the surrounding
landscape is not drastically impacted by
human activities.

16. PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABILITY
2. Economic efficiency – refers to
prudence in decision-making regarding
the use of resources to ensure that
there is minimum to zero waste.

17. PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABILITY
3. Equity – demands that we use our natural
resources in such a manner that these are
conserved so that the next generation will
be able to use them.
Prudence is the ability to regulate one’s
actions and behaviour. It means careful
thought in acting and planning. Care in the
use of natural resources.
Frugality is being thrifty with the use of
one’s resources. An avoidance of waste.

18. PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABILITY
Upholding environmentalism and
sustainability will enable us to take the first
steps in addressing environmental issues
and contribute to solving the greater
environmental challenge of climate change.

19. HUMAN ACTIONS THAT SHOW CARE FOR THE
ENVIRONMENT

20. INITIAL ACTION TAKEN AGAINST
OZONE LAYER DEPLETION

21. IDENTIFY THE FOLLOWING PRACTICES WHETHER IT
IS SHOWING CONCERN FOR ENVIRONMENT OR NOT
•Burning of fallen leaves every
Saturday morning to maintain
beauty of surroundings
•Use of wood charcoal for
grilling lechon manok

22. IDENTIFY THE FOLLOWING PRACTICES WHETHER IT
IS SHOWING CONCERN FOR ENVIRONMENT OR NOT
•Packing of bananas with plastic
wraps to preserve it’s freshness
and nutrients
•Awarding of houses built in an
Agricultural Land for homeless
families