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Stillman, Peter G. – Alternatives, 1975
This author contends that there is no logically consistent solution to the "tragedy of the commons" concept and that attempts to solve the tragedy within its parameters will fail. He believes that the tragedy can be resolved only by breaking one or more of the premises on which it rests. (Author/MA)
Descriptors: Conservation (Environment), Ecology, Economics, Environmental Education
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Perry, Thomas I., Jr. – Alternatives, 1975
Citizens of the Skagit Valley became concerned when that area was to be flooded to produce energy for the United States. Through political citizen action, they saved this area from ecological destruction and set a precedent for further environmental policy decisions. The importance of environmental impact assessment became evident. (MA)
Descriptors: Citizen Participation, Conservation (Environment), Ecology, Energy
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Fike, Michelle Summer; Kerr, Sarah – Alternatives, 1995
Seeks to offer a greater understanding of the interconnections between feminism and environmentalism in order to gain insight into what can be learned by a joint examination of ecofeminism and bioregionalism. Discusses opportunities for incorporating ecofeminist analysis in bioregionalism. (LZ)
Descriptors: Activism, Community Education, Environment, Environmental Education
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Rees, Ronald – Alternatives, 1974
The man/nature relationship, as perceived by writers and artists, is discussed. The author contends that the vision of the artists has as much validity as that of the scientist and that the statements of the artist should be introduced into the teaching about the environment. (DT)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Curriculum, Ecology, Environment
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Mansell, Jacquelynne – Alternatives, 1977
This paper focuses on the environmental concerns and activities of three major centers of union activity in Ontario, Canada: the Ontario Federations of Labor (OFL), the United Steelworkers of America, and the United Auto Workers (UAW). Major emphases is on union response to environmental issues. (BT)
Descriptors: Educational Programs, Environment, Environmental Education, Environmental Influences
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Blankenberg, Ngaire – Alternatives, 1995
Describes the Environmental Vision Exchange (EVE) program, which offers youth an opportunity to speak out on the environment, use high-tech video equipment, and exchange ideas with another community. In the process of expressing their views, youth are encouraged to build leadership skills. (LZ)
Descriptors: Environment, Environmental Education, International Communication, Leadership Training
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Lerner, Sally – Alternatives, 1994
Based on specific examples from a study of Canadian groups, discusses the formative stage; values, goals, and strategies; group evolution, membership trends, and effectiveness of stewardship groups organized for the protection of the environment. (MDH)
Descriptors: Activism, Community Involvement, Community Organizations, Conservation (Environment)
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Peterman, William A. – Alternatives, 1978
Reviewed is the development of the materialistic image of the real world. An alternative way of looking at reality which emphasizes harmony between humans and nature is presented. (Author/MA)
Descriptors: Ecological Factors, Environmental Education, Environmental Influences, Ethics
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Brooks, David B. – Alternatives, 1977
Economic and social feasibility of energy conservation strategies are studied for both the short and long term effects. Ultimately the problem of increasing per capita disposable income along with increasing energy consumption must be resolved. Canadians may have to choose between increasing personal wealth and changing the social structure. (MA)
Descriptors: Conservation (Environment), Economic Factors, Energy Conservation, Environmental Education
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Chambers, Al – Alternatives, 1975
The author argues that there are ways to change direction and avoid reaching limits to growth too soon. To do this, he suggests decentralization and modifications of federal, provincial, and corporate institutions. He proposes this to sensitize institutions to social and environmental costs, issues, and limits. (Author/MA)
Descriptors: Agricultural Production, Conservation (Environment), Economics, Environmental Education
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Hutcheson, Sarah – Alternatives, 1995
Critiques some of the ways it has been argued that women have a special insight into environmental issues. Focuses on three broad concerns: (1) the privileging of the woman/nature connection, (2) the positing of a unified category "woman," and (3) the failure to engage in cross-cultural analyses. (LZ)
Descriptors: Cross Cultural Studies, Cultural Education, Environment, Environmental Education
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Eaton, Heather – Alternatives, 1995
Explores the realm of ecofeminist spiritualities and how it relates to the ecological movement and the desire for a transformed cultural ideology that respects the integrity of the natural world. Presents some of the aspects of ecofeminist spirituality for those who are unfamiliar with this discourse. (LZ)
Descriptors: Cross Cultural Studies, Cultural Education, Environment, Environmental Education
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Malone, Mary – Alternatives, 1995
Describes a public health program for mothers and children developed by UNICEF workers in the Philippines that incorporates literacy and environmental awareness along with the usual focus on immunizations, nutrition, and clean water. The program contained an organic gardening project intended to empower women at the local level. (LZ)
Descriptors: Agricultural Production, Community Education, Drinking Water, Environment
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Armstrong, Luanne – Alternatives, 1995
The earth as Mother is a metaphor that has been used by many different cultures throughout history. Examines the modern sociopolitical connections of this often repeated and rarely questioned metaphor, and how women and the earth are viewed in North American society. (LZ)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Cross Cultural Studies, Cultural Education, Environment