TMD Environmental study

The transcription is about Unit 1 of a course on Environmental Studies. It covers topics like the definition of environmental studies, its historical background and evolution, the scope and importance of the subject, and the multidisciplinary nature of environmental studies. The course aims to raise public awareness, promote sustainability, protect ecosystems, and address environmental issues through interdisciplinary solutions and public engagement. Environmental studies offer insights into our relationship with the natural world and the challenges we face. Unit 1, Introduction to Environmental Studies by Devendrappa T.M. Outline 1.1 Introduction to Environmental Studies 1.2 Definition Environmental Studies 1.3 Historical Background and Evolution of the Field 1.4 Scope and Importance of Environmental Studies 1.5 The Multidisciplinary Nature of Environmental Studies Need for Public Awareness of Environmental Studies 1.6 Conclusion Introduction to Environmental Studies The Environmental Studies typically serves as a foundational course that provides an overview of the key concepts, principles, and issues in the field of environmental studies. Environment literally means surrounding and everything that affects an organism during its lifetime. It includes all the physical and biological surroundings and their interactions. Definition, the environment is the sum of the total of the elements, factors and conditions in the surroundings which may have an impact on the development, action or survival of an organism or group of organisms, such as, we human beings, or oh it can also be defined as, external surroundings and conditions, which directly or indirectly affects the living organism. Key Concepts in Environmental Studies Sustainability, Biodiversity, Conservation, Pollution, Climate Change, Ecological Footprint, Historical Background and Evolution of the Field The historical background and evolution of environmental studies trace back to various societal shifts, scientific advancements, and environmental movements over time. Here's a brief overview. Early Influences, Pre-20th Century, Industrial Revolution and Early Conservation Movements, 18th-19th Century Rise of Modern Environmentalism, 20th Century Emergence of Environmental Studies as an Academic Discipline, Late 20th Century Globalization and Sustainable Development, Late 20th Century-Present, Scope and Importance of Environmental Studies Protection of Ecosystems, Human Health, Economic Impact Social Justice Environment is a subject matter not only science, but also social and humanities. To Study of Environment to Know Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Management, Economics and Population Issue of Country Save Environment for Present and Future Generation Protect and Preserve Environment Resources like Water, Food, Fuel and Control Degradation of Environment To Create Awareness and Sensitivity to People about Environment Challenge To Show Concern to Maintain Environment Quality To Develop and Teach Skill about Environment Problem Participation of Public for Exercising Existing Knowledge Related Environment Problem Environmental Study, Education The Multidisciplinary Nature of Environmental Studies Need for Public Awareness of Environmental Studies The Multidisciplinary Nature of Environmental Studies Underscores the Interconnectedness of Environmental Issues and the Need for Diverse Perspectives and Expertise to Address Them Effectively Here's How the Multidisciplinary Nature of Environmental Studies Necessitates Public Awareness Complexity of Environmental Issues Interdisciplinary Solutions Public Engagement and Participation Behavioral Change and Lifestyle Choices Community Resilience and Adaptation Policy Support and Advocacy Environmental Justice and Equity Conclusion Environmental Studies offers a lens through which we can better understand our relationship with the natural world. It encompasses a diverse range of disciplines and concepts, all aimed at addressing pressing environmental challenges facing our planet today.