Learning objectives for this review:

• Explain the Tragedy of the Commons and identify examples of resource depletion due to public access.
• Describe clearcutting and its environmental impacts, including biodiversity loss and soil erosion.
• Summarize the Green Revolution and evaluate its effects on food production and environmental sustainability.
• Analyze the environmental impacts of agricultural practices, focusing on soil, water, and chemical effects.
• Compare different irrigation methods and assess their water efficiency and impact on the environment.
• Compare the environmental and economic impacts of various pest control methods used in agriculture.
• Discuss different meat production techniques and their environmental and resource implications.
• Evaluate the environmental and economic effects of overfishing on marine ecosystems.
• Identify and discuss the environmental consequences of mining activities
• Assess the environmental impacts of urbanization, including changes in land use and biodiversity.
• Calculate ecological footprints and explain their significance in assessing environmental impact.
• Define sustainability and discuss its significance in environmental management.
• Identify methods to reduce urban runoff and improve water quality.
• Explain Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and its benefits in reducing pesticide use.
• Describe practices that contribute to sustainable agriculture and their benefits.
• Discuss aquaculture and analyze its sustainability and challenges.
• Explain sustainable forestry practices and their role in conserving forest resources.