Conservation & Sustainability Flashcards
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The Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) is often described as the biodiversity equivalent of:
Answer: The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)
IPBES synthesizes scientific knowledge on biodiversity for policymakers, analogous to how the IPCC does for climate change.
Which zoning mechanism allows density to be shifted from sensitive lands to more suitable areas within the same jurisdiction?
Answer: Transfer of development rights (TDR)
TDR programs allow landowners in conservation 'sending' areas to sell unused development rights to buyers in designated 'receiving' areas.
Which of the following is a primary indicator used to assess soil health in a sustainability context?
Answer: Soil organic matter content
Soil organic matter is a key indicator of soil health, reflecting biological activity, nutrient cycling capacity, and carbon sequestration.
The 30x30 conservation initiative calls for protecting how much of the Earth's land and oceans by 2030?
Answer: 30%
The 30x30 initiative, supported by the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, aims to protect 30% of land and ocean by 2030.
In life cycle assessment (LCA), the system boundary that includes upstream raw material extraction through final product disposal is called:
Answer: Cradle-to-grave
Cradle-to-grave LCA encompasses all life stages from raw material extraction through manufacturing, use, and end-of-life disposal.
Which federal program provides funds to states for acquiring or developing outdoor recreation areas and protecting open space?
Answer: Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF)
The LWCF, funded largely by offshore oil and gas revenues, provides matching grants to states and federal agencies for land conservation and recreation.
The term 'net zero' in the context of carbon emissions means:
Answer: Balancing residual emissions with an equivalent amount of carbon removal or offset
Net zero means that any remaining greenhouse gas emissions are counterbalanced by equivalent removals, resulting in no net addition to the atmosphere.