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Focuses on the best quality of life for humans while preserving the natural world |
Ecological Economists |
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Applying the environment to its economic model |
Environmental Economics |
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Assessments carried out by the CEQ that examine whether construction or human activity would have potential negative impacts on the environment and overall quality of life |
EA's (Environmental Assessments) |
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Analysis prepared after an EA is found positive, which examines all possible issues related to the project - particularly, how it will impact both the environment and quality of human life |
EIS (Environmental Impact Statement) |
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A campaign that started in 2002 to take action and achieve goals that will make the world a better place |
MDG (Millennium Development Goals) |
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A voluntary program who's participants (buildings and home owners) get certified by an objective third part as being considered green |
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) |
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Designed to protect and maintain overall environmental quality |
NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act of 1969) |
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Established to oversee the efforts of NEPA |
CEQ (Council of Environmental Quality) |
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The United Nations' voice regarding the environment |
UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme) |
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How has OSHA changed the workplace environment? |
By assuring safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education, and assistance |
