Increased human population creates increased pressure on natural resources and ecosystem services.
What is Environmental Science? Definition and Scope of the Field
ES-Facts
Natural resources are substances and energy sources that we take from the environment and use.
What is Environmental Science? Definition and Scope of the Field
Renewable natural resources can be replenished over a period of time, such as sunlight, wind, soil, and timber.
What is Environmental Science? Definition and Scope of the Field
Non-renewable natural resources are in finite supply and will run out, including minerals and crude oils.
What is Environmental Science? Definition and Scope of the Field
When renewable resources are used too rapidly, they cannot be replenished fast enough to meet human demand.
What is Environmental Science? Definition and Scope of the Field
Ecosystem services are services that arise from the normal functioning of natural systems.
What is Environmental Science? Definition and Scope of the Field
Natural resources are substances or energy sources needed for survival.
Environmental Science 1 (Introduction)
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