Modern Perspectives on Environmentalism: Ecocentrism and Technocentrism in the Nigerian Context

Emetumah, Faisal C.

doi:10.9734/arjass/2017/32821

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“…In this new age of era, environmental issue has been tackled very differently if we compare from the previous decades ago. The shifting of modern environmentalism has caused a lot of changes in the world's government policy and engagement (Emetumah, 2017). One of the major changes is the introduction of the term "Ecosystem Service" in 2005 by the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment.…”

Section: Bridging Ecosystem Service and Modern Environmentalism: A Comentioning

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Understanding ecosystem services: A shift in modern environmentalism

Abas¹

2019

Int. j. adv. appl. sci.

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Ecosystem services have rarely been discussed in the same framework with modern environmentalism. Therefore, understanding the interactions and relationship between ecosystem services and modern environmentalism was little to be known. We conducted a review of studies that aims to understand the relationship and interaction between ecosystem services and modern environmentalism to summarize research from this emerging topic and to identify the patterns for a new shift of these two concepts from different case studies. Our review found that ecosystem services and modern environmentalism can be described in the same particular framework. Therefore, this research also proposed an ecosystem services-modern environmentalism framework to help scientists in this area to have a better understanding of how these two concepts could be connected. In this paper, we also discussed and analyzed how the connection between ecosystem services and modern environmentalism in ASEAN can be the reason for numerous multilateral an environmental agreement such as the Paris Agreement.

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Section: Bridging Ecosystem Service and Modern Environmentalism: A Comentioning

confidence: 99%

Understanding ecosystem services: A shift in modern environmentalism

Abas¹

2019

Int. j. adv. appl. sci.

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“…All natural resources are valuable and essential even if humans do not find them of value, the intrinsic value of all natural resources goes beyond their ability to satisfy humanity's needs; this is known as the concept of deep ecology which is the core of ecocentrism (Emetumah, 2017). Since humans are part of nature, they have a moral duty towards environmental resources as they are the main custodian.…”

Section: The Ecocentrism Viewmentioning

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“…Furthermore, ecocentrism stresses the need for setting limits to humanity's rights over natural and environmental resources in order to conserve and protect the environment from destruction. However, these principles are quite hard to apply in real life, especially in developing countries where there is corruption, high levels of poverty, and unemployment (Emetumah, 2017).…”

Section: The Ecocentrism Viewmentioning

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“…Due to the anthropocentric tendencies of technocentrism it is often labeled as shallow ecology. The belief that science and technology are always capable of solving environmental problems is the center of technocentrism and it does not aim at changing ethical perspectives on environmental issues (Emetumah, 2017). In addition, Ecocentrism, unlike technocentrism, believes that economic, political, and social modifications are more relevant for facing environmental challenges.…”

Section: The Technocentrism Viewmentioning

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Technocentrism and Ecocentrism

Salman¹

2019

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“Prevention is better than cure” is a proverb commonly used to highlight how it is better to avoid a problem from the start rather than fixing the damage afterwards. When considering this concept to our approach to the environment, we encounter two schools of thought; Ecocentrism and Technocentrism. Ecocentrism places the ecosystem at the center and stress that we need to limit our natural resource exploitation, so that we can conserve the environment and prevent its destruction. Technocentrism, on the other hand, focuses on technology and science as a way to repair any damage done to the environment rather than changing ethical perspectives on environmental issues. This paper seeks to explore the two ideologies by comparing between Finland and Bhutan; two countries that seem to resemble the two approaches. Finland is considered one of the highly technologically advanced countries, in addition to its reputation for environmental protection. Bhutan is a Himalayan Kingdom that is known for its strong environment conservation and their intriguing approach to sustainable development. The paper compares between the two countries sustainable development approach, environment, and health. It was concluded that, in terms of the environment; Bhutan is doing much better than Finland. Finland’s carbon emissions reduction was mainly because they produce goods in other countries which increase the other countries emissions not Finland. Additionally, high consumption levels in Finland are a major threat to the environment. As for health, there is no extreme difference; however, Bhutan’s health care system is still improving. Yet, the two countries are facing serious issues regarding mental health. Ultimately, the ecocentric approach appears to be much better; especially, in this day and age as many downsides of technology keep unfolding.

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“…HSE as a concept is understood in Nigeria through the oil and gas sector perspective; international oil companies operating in Nigeria (particularly Royal Dutch Shell) domesticated the concept in the 90s mainly because it was already something that is institutionalized in their home countries [32]. Furthermore, global emerging issues concerning climate change and greenhouse gas emissions have found their way into the top management boardrooms around the globe [33]. The concept of HSE provides the integrated approach required to deal with these issues as they are fundamental to every organization that wants to succeed in the world today.…”

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Evaluation of Health, Safety & Environment Culture Perception by Construction Workers in Owerri Metropolis, Nigeria

Emetumah

2018

AJARR

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The relevance of the construction industry to Nigeria's economy is premised on its potential to bridge the wide gap in infrastructural deficit in Nigeria and also provide numerous jobs for the teeming young population. However, Health, Safety and Environmental anomalies can significantly militate against human and environmental wellbeing if they are not adequately managed. On that note, the study aims at evaluating Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) culture perception by construction workers in Owerri metropolis, in order to understand how the individual facets (health, safety and environment), as well as HSE policy, is perceived by the construction workers. Relevant literature was reviewed on organizational culture, international perspective on HSE, European as well as Nigerian viewpoints on HSE. In order to achieve the study aim, a survey design was adopted for data collection through which 122 questionnaires were retrieved from construction workers randomly selected in the study area. Analysis of the study results shows that while most respondents understand what HSE means, they are unaware of government regulations on HSE policy. Furthermore, Pearson Chi-Square test statistic shows that awareness about government regulations on HSE does not have a significant association with an understanding of what HSE culture means (X2 > = 0.747, P = .387). In addition, the study posits that there is a weak correlation between missed work days and length of time working in the construction sector (Spearman's correlation coefficient (rho) = .019 and P = .83). The study recommends instituting a comprehensive HSE regulatory framework in Nigeria which will go a long way in enshrining a positive HSE culture in the study area.

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Modern Perspectives on Environmentalism: Ecocentrism and Technocentrism in the Nigerian Context

Cited by 8 publications

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Understanding ecosystem services: A shift in modern environmentalism

Understanding ecosystem services: A shift in modern environmentalism

Technocentrism and Ecocentrism

Evaluation of Health, Safety & Environment Culture Perception by Construction Workers in Owerri Metropolis, Nigeria

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