1. Science 10 Ms. McGrath

2. Increased Pollutants (fertilizers, pesticides)  Biomagnification  Eutrophication Destruction of Habitats (You will see today)  Deforestation  Draining Wetlands Alien Species / Invasive Species

3. Ecotourism  A form of tourism that is sensitive to the health of an ecosystem.  Involves recreational activities provided by sustainable ecosystems.  Examples: hiking, snowshoeing, kayaking, bird watching.  Now a multi-billion dollar industry worldwide.

4. Connectivity  The collection of links and relationships between ecosystems that are separated geographically.  Example: protection for migrating birds across the Can-US border.

5. Paradigm  A view of the world or a way of thinking about how the world works. Paradigm Shift  A slow yet significant change in the way humans view the world.  Rare

6. Major changes which are controversial when first proposed but eventually come to be accepted as a major advancement in scientific knowledge and understanding. Examples?  The world is flat.  Plants revolve around Earth.  The continents were once together.

9. Proof:  Recycle, Reduce, Reuse  Public Transportation  Alternative Sources of Energy  Reducing Invasive Species  Government regulations, laws, and acts

10. Outcomes:  Pesticide By-Laws  Stops the use of cosmetic pesticides  The Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement  A phosphorus control program  Environmental Farm Plans  Management for wildlife, irrigation, nutrients, pesticides  Highway and Outdoor Lights Changed  Lower energy bulbs  Idle Free Zones  BPA Ban

14. Educate yourself about how products are made, whether they are environmentally friendly, economically and socially sustainable. Examples:  Fair Trade Products  Based on the transparency in business and sustainable development.  A Product’s Life Cycle  Involves making, distributing, selling, using, and disposing.

16. Be aware of the consequences of YOUR actions and activities!