Nova Scotia
6. Geographic and Environmental Studies
6.2 Natural Resource Management
Chapter 6.2
Master Natural Resource Management and Sustainable Environmental Practices
Explore how societies balance economic development with environmental conservation through sustainable resource management strategies and policies.
What You'll Learn
Sustainable forestry practices balance economic benefits with ecosystem preservation
Mining operations require environmental assessments and comprehensive land reclamation
Watershed management integrates ecological flows with hydroelectric energy development
Marine fisheries employ science-based limits and protected areas preventing
What You'll Practice
1
Analyze Canadian forestry management and sustainable timber harvesting practices
2
Evaluate mineral extraction impacts on Indigenous land rights territories
3
Compare hydroelectric development approaches and environmental conservation strategies
Why This Matters
Understanding natural resource management helps students evaluate environmental policies and make informed decisions about sustainable development in their communities and careers.
This Unit Includes
Practice exercises
Learning resources
Skills
Resource Management
Environmental Conservation
Sustainable Practices
Impact Assessment
Policy Analysis
NS Curriculum Aligned
