Environmental Studies

Life cycle assessment, environmental impact assessment, and sustainability assessment are all terms used to describe the process of evaluating the environmental performance of buildings.

Climate-adaptive design, resilient design, and sustainable design are all terms used to describe the practice of designing and constructing buildings that are resilient to the impacts of climate change.

Healthy building design, indoor environmental quality design, and wellness design are all terms used to describe the practice of designing and constructing buildings that are healthy and comfortable for occupants.

Durable design, resilient design, and sustainable design are all terms used to describe the practice of designing and constructing buildings that are durable and long-lasting.

The concept of 'ecological imperialism' in critical geography encompasses the process by which developed countries exploit the natural resources of developing countries, impose their environmental standards on developing countries, and use their military power to control the natural resources of developing countries.

Mathematics for environmental justice is a term used to describe the practice of using mathematics to address environmental issues. This approach emphasizes the importance of using mathematics to understand and address environmental problems and to promote environmental justice.

Deforestation is the process of clearing forests for agricultural or other purposes, which can lead to habitat loss and fragmentation in protected areas.

Habitat restoration involves restoring degraded ecosystems in protected areas to their natural state, which can help support biodiversity and ecosystem services.

Protected area expansion involves increasing the size of existing protected areas or creating new ones to enhance conservation efforts.

Mitigation involves reducing or eliminating human activities that negatively impact protected areas, such as pollution, habitat destruction, and poaching.

Co-management involves involving local communities in the management of protected areas, recognizing their traditional knowledge and rights, and promoting sustainable resource use.

Protected area evaluation involves assessing the effectiveness of protected areas in achieving their conservation goals, identifying strengths and weaknesses, and making recommendations for improvement.

Design for sustainability encompasses a broad range of practices aimed at creating products that minimize environmental impact and promote sustainability.

Deforestation is the permanent removal of trees from a forested area, typically for the purpose of making the land available for other uses.

Forest governance refers to the systems, policies, and practices that are in place to manage forests in a sustainable way, considering the needs of all stakeholders.