ENVI.SCI

• Natural resources


  Materials provided by nature that can be used by humans
• Natural resources need to be protected because they are important for human life and the environment
• Human activities that can affect natural resources


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• Renewable resources


  Materials that can be replaced easily or have the potential to be replaced over time
• Nonrenewable resources


  Natural resources that are in limited supply or once consumed, cannot be replaced
• There is a possibility that natural resources will run out as time goes by
• The Philippines is rich in natural resources due to its tropical climate and geological conditions
• The Philippines is considered the 5th mineral-rich country in the world, 3rd in gold reserves, 4th in copper, and 5th in nickel
• The Philippines' location in the Pacific Ring of Fire accounts for its abundance of natural resources
• The Philippines has high potential for renewable energy resources like solar, geothermal, hydropower, wind, and biomass
• Approximately 88% of the Philippines' energy consumption is from nonrenewable resources, while only 12% is from renewable resources
• Oil and coal are listed as the primary sources of energy in the Philippines
• Look around your home, backyard or neighborhood and list and categorize the materials that are, or made from, renewable and nonrenewable natural resources. Explain why these resources are important and how you show your appreciation of their uses.
• Overexploitation


  A type of human activity that involves using or taking more than what is allowed or what can be sustainably managed of a natural resource, such as overfishing or overharvesting forests
• Pollution


  The release of harmful substances or waste into the environment that can harm plants, animals, or humans
• Deforestation


  The clearance of forests or destruction of habitats that can disrupt ecosystems and lead to biodiversity loss
• Climate Change


  A long-term change in the average temperature or weather patterns that is largely caused by human activities, such as burning fossil fuels or deforestation, and can have severe consequences for natural resources and ecosystems
• Invasive Species


  A non-native species that is introduced to an ecosystem by human activity and can outcompete native species for resources, causing harm to the environment and native species
• Rainwater Harvester


  
  
• A system that collects and stores rainwater for non-potable uses, reducing stormwater runoff and supporting drought-resistant landscaping.
• Sustainable Forestry


  
  
• Practices that ensure responsible forest management, promoting eco-friendly building materials and biodiversity.
• Permaculture Design


  
  
• A sustainable gardening approach that mimics nature, promoting biodiversity, soil health, and low-maintenance landscaping.
• Native Grasses


  
  
• Strategies that reduce water usage, ensuring a sustainable supply for future generations.
• Eco-Friendly Building Materials