César Gómez López

Natural Resources

Natural Resources are naturally

forming substances that are considered

valuable in their natural form.

Importance of Natural Resources

Some natural resources are

important for the human existence.

This refers primarily to food production and

necessities.

Overexploitation of Natural Resources This problem is

the exploitation of nature in an unsustainable way.

Causes

Consequences Estimates for when various resources

will run out if exploitation continues at present rates are somewhat controversial, but for some resources, the estimated time left is rather short.

Solutions

Recycling Establish new ways to explote natural resources Establish greater clarity on environmental values

Emphasise intrinsic goals in environmental communication

Help business to think beyond “the business case for sustainable development”

Highlight the way marketing manipulates our behaviour

Support public figures who promote intrinsic values

Promote environmental conscience in the new generations