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Science & the Environment
How does one distinguish between genuine ecological problems requiring focused
human action and environmental fears unsubstantiated by fact? As human obligation
to fellow man must be informed by the truth of the human person, human obligation
over creation must likewise be informed by environmental truth. This section
will introduce sound scientific justifications for action to address certain
environmental problems and critically examine the science surrounding others.
If one wishes to obtain a sound environmental policy, then it is necessary
for one to understand the science behind environmental issues. While a
forest of literature has been produced about various topics with in the
environment, the broad nature of the topic makes it difficult for the
layperson to fully grasp all the arguments. The Pacific Research Institute's
"Index of Leading Environmental Indicators" brings the main questions
of environmental science into focus. The index gives insight into the
issues of air quality, water purity, forest ecology, and wildlife habitat,
with clear scholarly science presented in laypersons' terms. This piece
brings a fresh and qualified voice into the greater discussion of Environmental
Stewardship being led by the Acton Institute.
Science & Ecology
The
Index of Leading Environmental Indicators (PDF) from the Pacific
Research Institute
Global Climate Change Summit
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