1. making environmental decisions
A closer look at Chapter 2 section 3

2. *Briefly describe the 9 values to consider when making environmental decisions.
*What are the 4 steps in a simple environmental decision making model?
*Compare short term and long term consequences of 2 decisions regarding a hypothetical env. issue
Describe 2 major developments in the U.S. environmental history.
What are 3 federal agencies that have environmental responsibilities?
Explain the purpose of Environmental Impact Statements.
How can citizens affect environmental policy at the local, state, and national levels?
Evaluate the media as a source of info. about the environment.

3. Values to consider (pg.45)
aesthetic
economic
environmental
educational
ethical/moral
health
recreational
scientific
social/cultural

4. Decision-making Model
provides a systematic approach for making decisions
Involves Four Steps:
1. Gather information from several resources
2. Consider which values apply to the situation
3. Explore consequences
4. Evaluate all information and make a decision

5. Short term & Long Term Consequences of Hypothetical Situation... (46-49)
looking at 3 different values: environmental, economic, and recreational
consider the following:
-positive short-term consequences
-negative short-term consequences
-positive long-term consequences
negative long- term consequences