1. Section 16.5
Conservation

2. Sustainable development manages resources for present and future generations
Sustainable Development  a practice in which natural resources are used and managed in a way that meets current needs without hurting future generations
The timber industry has started to practice sustainable use to ensure that the tree populations are maintained

3. Conservation practices focus on a few species but benefit entire ecosystems
Umbrella Species  protection that includes a wide range of species in an ecosystem
When one species is put on the endangered species list, it often helps with the protection of other species close to it

4. Protecting Earth’s resources helps protect our future
Three important environmental laws:
Clean Air Act – 1970 – helped to increase air quality across the nation because is regulates emissions from factories and cars
Clean Water Act – 1972 – created regulations against pollution and has increased public awareness
Endangered Species Act – 1973 – endangered animals have been able to come back from near extinction

5. Ways in which humans can protect the environment:
Control population growth
Develop technology to produce more food and produce less waste
Change practices
Maintain ecosystems