Across
- 3. A proposed explanation, like the Gaia concept.
- 7. Proper handling of resources and refuse.
- 8. Moral duty of humans to care for and protect the environment.
- 10. International protocol on reducing greenhouse gases.
- 14. Careful, wise decision-making in using resources.
- 15. Philosophical view that keeping surroundings orderly enhances natural beauty.
- 17. A good life means living in harmony with the natural world.
- 19. Fair distribution of environmental benefits and burdens.
- 21. Scientists or advocates concerned with relationships of organisms and their environment.
- 23. State caused by natural calamities or human negligence.
- 25. Hypothesis proposing Earth acts like a self-regulating living organism.
- 26. Meeting present needs without compromising future generations.
- 29. Maintaining the state and wholeness of the environment.
- 30. Deep ecology highlights this intrinsic worth of all life.
- 32. Promotes wise use and protection of natural resources.
Down
- 1. (Vertical)
- 2. Belief that all organisms have inherent worth.
- 4. Thriftiness and avoidance of waste.
- 5. Emphasizes the value of entire ecosystems and communities.
- 6. Ensuring resources remain for future generations.
- 9. Branch of philosophy studying human–nature relationships.
- 11. Type of ecologist calling for radical lifestyle change to protect life.
- 12. Something minimized through ecological responsibility.
- 13. (Horizontal)
- 16. Contamination of air, water, or soil.
- 18. View that humans are the most important species on Earth.
- 20. Philosophy teaches humans are part of nature and dependent on it.
- 22. Clearing of forests for profit or development.
- 24. Decline in environmental quality from human activity.
- 27. First word in the law promoting proper waste management.
- 28. Branch of ethics examines duties regarding this global issue.
- 31. Moral principles guiding human actions toward nature.