Taking Action to Protect Ecosystems (October 2011)

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SNC 1DI - Taking Action to Save Ecosystems
For each case study:
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Give a title to the Issue
Describe the cause of the problem
Describe the results of the problem
Describe the Solution
Is there more work to do? Explain!
What group(s) of people are involved in creating a solution?
What can we do at a local level to prevent similar problems?
Case Studies:
1) Lake Erie – pgs. 92 – 93
2) Protecting At-Risk Species (Conserving Biodiversity) – pg. 94 – 101
 Protecting species in man-made habitats
 Protecting s species in their native habitats
3) Protecting At-Risk Species (Conserving Biodiversity) – pg. 94 – 101
 Establishing protected areas
 Restoring ecosystems
4) Protecting At-Risk Species (Conserving Biodiversity) – pg. 94 – 101
 Preventing the introduction of invasive species (see also pg. 117)
5) Environmental Stewardship – pgs. 107 – 114
 Soil conservation & organic farming
 Eating Locally Produced Foods
6) Environmental Stewardship – pgs. 107 – 114
 Sustainable Forestry and Sustainable Construction
 Business and Sustainability
 Individuals and Sustainability
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