PLANETARY NETWORKS 2.
Species protection and recovery measures for
Refers to the interconnections and interrelations among threatened species
the various elements in the natural environment 3. Ex situ and in situ conservation
enveloping and affecting Earth as well as elements 4. Ecosystem conservation
beyond Earth’s surface. 5. Payments and markets for biodiversity
It includes the rain, the wind, the sun’s rays, gases, and 6. Incorporating considerations of biodiversity
other climate-related elements. conservation into management practices
NETWORKS OF NATURE 7. Capture of benefits by local communities
Larger than global networks 8. Increase communication among multilateral
Encompass all other networks environmental agreements
Most fundamental network 9. Promotion of public awareness, communication and
Link all living species with their habitats and education
environments 10. Enhancement of human and institutional capacity
for assessing the consequences of ecosystem
THE ECOSYSTEM AND BIODIVERSITY 11. Increased integration of sectoral responses
ECOSYTEM 12. Elimination of subsidies that promote excessive use
One of the largest networks in the world of ecosystem services
Encompasses all forms of life 13. Sustainable intensification of agriculture
Links all living beings with one another in the world 14. Slowing and adapting to climate change
Examples: 1. Food Chain 15. Addressing unsustainable consumption patterns
Examples: 2. Food Web 16. Slowing global growth in nutrient loading
BIODIVERSITY 17. Correction of market failures and internalization of
Variety of organisms found in the ecosystem environmental externalities
UN Environment Programed: 18. Integration of biodiversity conservations and
“Includes all organisms, species and populations” development planning
Also includes terrestrial, marine and aquatic ecosystems 19. Increased transparency and accountability
20. Availability of scientific findings and data
CAUSES OF BIODIVERSITY LOSS:
1. Habitat Change THE ECOSYSTEM AND BIODIVERSITY
Intrusion of human beings on habitats and use them for What are the implications of these interventions?
their purposes Reverse the negative effects of biodiversity loss
Example: Salvage whatever remaining biodiversity and
Forest Agricultural/Residential/Industrial Lands ecosystems left
What are the challenges for us?
2. Overexploitation Overcome our inclination to abuse nature
Also called as overharvesting Exert every effort to sustain and replenish its very
One of the most pressing causes of biodiversity loss limited resources
The world has limited resources Global warming is causing alterations in the climate
Exploit nature for personal gains patterns and weather cycles of Earth.
3. Invasive Species CLIMATE CHANGE
Invasive- not indigenous to a particular habitat Refers to the major changes in the climate that last for
Destroy the system or order that exists in a particular long periods of time, up to decades or more.
habitat Experience of the weather, not the climate
Examples: WEATHER
Janitor Fish Fish pond of milkfish Fluctuating state of the atmosphere
Examples: Characterized by temperature, wind, precipitation,
b. Plastic or rubber products Marine ecosystems clouds and other weather elements
Example: Sunny Cloudy Windy Rainy
THE ECOSYSTEM AND BIODIVERSITY CLIMATE CHANGE
COMBATTING BIODIVERSITY LOSS CLIMATE
(MEA, 2005): Average weather over a certain time-span an area
1. Identification of protected areas Varies in time, place and season
Examples: Snow in Canada for January 2. Mitigation
Hot and humid in the Philippines for Promote public/private partnerships and support
July application for best practice codes
Develop, refine and support the application of
Threatening impacts of climate change. sustainability
Sociologist Charles Harper (2001) Establish and support knowledge networks
1. Reduction of agricultural yield and grain
productivity. 3. Science
2. Rise of sea level. Undertake science-based assessment to increase
3. Decrease in fresh water supply awareness
4. Increase in human health risks Provide technical support and training for climate
5. Consistent warming patterns mean an increase change negotiators and stakeholders
in energy consumption. Provide advisory and support services
6. Enormous cost of prevention, rehabilitation,
and adaptation to climate change. 4. Communication
Use media and outreach activities to help deliver key
Consumption and production patterns affecting messages on climate change
climate change Help communicate successful climate change
Production patterns refer to how people generate and programmes to key stakeholders to promote replication
manufacture the products they need to use, sell or of best practices
consume. Promote climate awareness including targeted
Consumption patterns involve the use of economic or campaigns and special events
consumer goods and resources.
PERFORMANCE TASK:
Individual actions that can mitigate climate change: Who will be the NEXT great singer?
Cigarette smoking PERFORMANCE TASK
Food wasting JINGLE PROTEST
Irresponsible use of energy Your task is to compose a short jingle that promotes
Paper wasting environmental awareness and conservation with the
following mechanics:
Caring for the Environment and delaying climate The melody may be adapted from a local or foreign
change: music, but the lyrics must be original.
Correcting the wasteful consumption and production The presentation will last for three-five minutes
patterns is one of the keys to a sustainable environment PERFORMANCE TASK
and to prevent the worsening of climate change. JINGLE PROTEST
For individual, simple acts can demonstrate care for the 1. Overall Theme- 20
environment: not littering, selling plastic battles for 2. Rhythm- 15
recycling, etc. 3. Word Choice- 10
Get involved in environmental projects in communities 4. Expression- 5
such as promoting recycling, proper garbage
segregation and disposal and tree planting. Total: 50 pts.
COMBATTING CLIMATE CHANGE:
1. Adaptation
Integrating the findings of researches into national
decision-making, planning and adaptation practices
Knowledge sharing and technology transfer
Helping to strengthen national capacity for adaptation
planning using knowledge, technology and policy
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