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Final Insights on Environmental Ethics
Nov 22, 2024
Lecture Notes: Environmental Ethics - Final Module
Introduction
End of semester overview
Last module and chapters from the textbook
Final episode of the National Parks film series
Textbook not favored but connects dots between themes
Structure of Lecture
Focus on Chapters 10 and 11
Brief discussion due to end-of-semester fatigue
Chapter 10: Focus on Environmental Justice
Reading Assignment:
Only half of Chapter 10, pages 232-243
Skipped Sections:
Social ecology part omitted
Key Focus:
Environmental justice
Key Themes
Environmental Justice:
Contrast between individual and social ethics
Individual vs. Social Ethics:
Distinction highlighted in textbook
Globalization and Environment:
Environment as a global issue
Justice in American Democracy:
Balancing individual rights and societal good
Justice and Social Ecology
Historical Context of Justice:
Classical and contemporary definitions
Liberty and Equality:
Components of respect in justice
Role of Government and Economics:
Government's role in regulating markets
Contemporary Issues
Libertarian Justice:
Emphasis on property rights and free market
Challenges with environmental regulations
Libertarianism linked to Republican values
Role of Government:
Necessary for functioning society and environmental protection
Environmental Justice and Racism
Unequal Burdens:
Disproportionate impact on poor and disenfranchised
Economic Motivations:
Profit-driven placement of polluting industries in poor areas
Global Perspective:
Similar issues globally, not just in the U.S.
Philosophical Perspectives
John Rawls' Theory:
Justice as fairness, impartial and unbiased justice
Environmental Injustice
Precautionary Principle:
Ethical decision-making in the face of uncertainty
Pope Francis' Encyclical:
Emphasis on justice and advocacy for precautionary actions
Conclusion
Environmental and Social Concerns:
Interconnectedness of human and ecological well-being
Role of Education:
Awareness of environmental justice and racism essential
Chapter 11 Preview:
Final reflections on environmental ethics and democracy
Reminder:
Watch the National Parks film series and review the textbook readings for deeper insights.
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