Biocentrism is a philosophical perspective that assigns intrinsic value to all living organisms, regardless of their usefulness or value to humans.

Anthropocentrism is a worldview that places humans at the center of the universe and regards nature as a resource to be exploited for human benefit.

The Precautionary Principle is an ethical principle that states that when there is a threat of serious or irreversible damage to the environment, lack of full scientific certainty should not be used as a reason for postponing measures to prevent or minimize the damage.

The Gaia Hypothesis proposes that the Earth's living organisms and physical environment interact as a complex system that maintains the conditions necessary for life on the planet.

Intergenerational Equity is the principle that the present generation has a moral obligation to ensure that the natural resources and environmental conditions are preserved for future generations.

Urbanization is the process by which rural areas are transformed into urban areas, often involving the construction of buildings, roads, and other infrastructure.

Intrinsic Value is the idea that nature has value in and of itself, regardless of its usefulness or value to humans.

Habitat Destruction is the process by which natural habitats are converted into developed or human-made environments, leading to the loss of biodiversity.

Deep Ecology is a philosophical perspective that emphasizes the interconnectedness of all living organisms and the importance of preserving the integrity of natural ecosystems.

Ecological Restoration is the process of assisting the recovery of an ecosystem that has been degraded, damaged, or destroyed.

Environmental Rights is the idea that the natural world has inherent rights, such as the right to exist, the right to be free from pollution, and the right to be protected from harm.

Mitigation is the process of reducing the severity or likelihood of the negative impacts of human activities on the environment.

Environmental Ethics is the branch of philosophy that examines the moral relationship between humans and the natural world.

Energy Efficiency is the process of reducing the amount of energy required to perform a task or achieve a desired outcome.

Intergenerational Equity is the principle that the present generation has a moral obligation to ensure that the natural resources and environmental conditions are preserved for future generations.