social studies m3 environmental policy

ENVIRONMENTAL

Social Studies Module 1 Unit 2 Lesson #9

OBJECTIVES

WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT

AL POLICY

ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS IN

JAMAICA

REGIONAL & INTERNATIONA

L AGREEMENTS

ROLE OF ENVIRONMENT

AL GROUPS

QUIZ

INTRODUCTION

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Introduction

Plant trees

MAKE LAWS

RECYCLE

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WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT

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JAMAICA


L AGREEMENTS

ROLE OF ENVIRONMENT

AL GROUPS

QUIZ

INTRODUCTION

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Objectives

At the end of this slide presentation you will be able to:name at least 3 pieces of environmental conservation legislation that have been passed;identify at least 2 international environmental conservation policies that have been implemented;account for the necessity of environmental conservation legislation, policies and groups;promote proper practices for sustainable development;appreciate the role of environmental groups.

OBJECTIVES

WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT

AL POLICY


JAMAICA


L AGREEMENTS

ROLE OF ENVIRONMENT

AL GROUPS

QUIZ

INTRODUCTION

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What is Environmental Policy?

To find out about environmental policy go to the following webpage: Wikipedia: Environmental Policy

(note: clicking the link will open in your default browser window)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Environmental_policy

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WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT

AL POLICY


JAMAICA


L AGREEMENTS

ROLE OF ENVIRONMENT

AL GROUPS

QUIZ

INTRODUCTION

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What is Jamaica’s Environmental Policy?

The environmental policy for Jamaica is outlined in the Jamaica National Environment Action Plan (JANEAP).

This policy is aligned with the UNCED Agenda 21 policy on the environment.

The policy may be classified under 4 headings

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WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT

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JAMAICA


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ROLE OF ENVIRONMENT

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QUIZ

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What is Jamaica’s Environmental Policy?

MATRIX DIAGRAM OF JAMAICA’S ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

Click each box for explanation

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WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT

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ROLE OF ENVIRONMENT

AL GROUPS

QUIZ

INTRODUCTION

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Policy?Activity 1.1

1. Which executive agency is responsible for the implementation of Jamaica’s environmental policy?

2. What is the mission and vision of this agency?

1. The agency responsible for the implementation of Jamaica’s environmental policy is National Environment & Planning Agency (NEPA)

2. The NEPA’s mission is to promote sustainable development by ensuring protection of the environment and orderly development in Jamaica through highly motivated staff performing at the highest standard.

Click here for answers

OBJECTIVES

WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT

AL POLICY


JAMAICA


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ROLE OF ENVIRONMENT

AL GROUPS

QUIZ

INTRODUCTION

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Environmental Laws in Jamaica

How does the Natural Resources

Conservation (NRCA) Act work?

OBJECTIVES

WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT

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JAMAICA


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ROLE OF ENVIRONMENT

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QUIZ

INTRODUCTION

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What is the

purpose of the

Fishing Industry

Act?

The Fishing Industry Act, helps with the protection and conservation of marine resources in Jamaica. It is managed by the Fisheries Division of the Ministry of Agriculture.

OBJECTIVES

WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT

AL POLICY


JAMAICA


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ROLE OF ENVIRONMENT

AL GROUPS

QUIZ

INTRODUCTION

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Declaring

Fish

Sanctuaries

Declaring

Closed

Seasons

Seizure of

illegal

fishing

equipment

Penalizing sale of illegally caught Marine

creatures

How does the Fisheries Industry Act protect marine

resources?

OBJECTIVES

WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT

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ROLE OF ENVIRONMENT

AL GROUPS

QUIZ

INTRODUCTION

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Management

of

forest lands


Conservation

&

protection

Public awareness & environmental

education

The Forest Act 1996 & The Forest Policy 2001

Regulation of forest

industries & land use

Forest research

Management of forested watersheds

http://www.forestry.gov.jm/PDF_files/ForestPolicy2001.pdf

OBJECTIVES

WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT

AL POLICY


JAMAICA


L AGREEMENTS

ROLE OF ENVIRONMENT

AL GROUPS

QUIZ

INTRODUCTION

XXRegional & International

Agreements

What is the official name of the

Cartagena Convention?

The Convention for the Protection and

Development of the Marine Environment of the Wider Caribbean Region or Cartagena

Convention

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WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT

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ROLE OF ENVIRONMENT

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QUIZ

INTRODUCTION

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Regional & International Agreements

What are the

objectives of the

Cartagena Conventio

n?

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http://www.cep.unep.org/cartagena-convention

How does the Cartagena Convention work?


http://www.cep.unep.org/cartagena-convention

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WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT

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The Cartagena Convention - Specially Protected Areas and Wildlife (SPAW) protocol

Go to the links below to read about the SPAW Protocol: SPAW factsheet 2008 SPAW Brochure

BUILD YOUR KNOWLEDGE

http://www.cep.unep.org/cartagena-convention/spaw-protocol/spaw-factsheet-2008-e.pdf

http://www.cep.unep.org/publications-and-resources/promotional-material/publications/spaw/spaw-brochure-en.pdf

OBJECTIVES

WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT

AL POLICY


JAMAICA


L AGREEMENTS

ROLE OF ENVIRONMENT

AL GROUPS

QUIZ

INTRODUCTION

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OBJECTIVES

WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT

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JAMAICA


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ROLE OF ENVIRONMENT

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QUIZ

INTRODUCTION

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Understanding the Kyoto Accord/Protocol


Watch the video linked below (Climate Change). You must

have internet connectivity and

speakers or headset

Climate Change | Greenhouse Gases

The politics of Climate Change Explained

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT THESE WEBSITES

OBJECTIVES

WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT

AL POLICY


JAMAICA


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ROLE OF ENVIRONMENT

AL GROUPS

QUIZ

INTRODUCTION

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What is the role of Environmental Groups?

Most environmental groups are established as TRUSTS which means that they are operated by concerned citizens and are classified as Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs).

Environmental groups exist to educate persons of all ages about the importance of environmental conservation.

Environmental groups have fun, exciting and meaningful activities such as beach clean-ups, walk-a-thons, hikes, sight-seeing excursions and recycling projects.

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WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT

AL POLICY


JAMAICA


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ROLE OF ENVIRONMENT

AL GROUPS

QUIZ

INTRODUCTION

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What is the role of Environmental Groups?

OBJECTIVES

WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT

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ROLE OF ENVIRONMENT

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INTRODUCTION

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QUIZ

Are you ready to test yourself? There are FOUR multiple choice items that you

are required to do. For each item, click on the letter of the correct

response and then click the button ‘NEXT QUESTION’ to continue.

Click the button below to begin.

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BEGIN QUIZ!

QUIZ: Question 1

The JANEAP is the Jamaica National Environment Analysis Planning organization.

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True

False

FEEDBACKFEEDBACK

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Quiz: Feedback to Question 1

The JANEAP is the Jamaica National Environment Analysis Planning organization.

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NEXT NEXT QUESTIONQUESTION

FalseJANEAP is the

Jamaica National Environment Action Plan

X

QUIZ: Question 2

Which of the following is not an Environmental Law in Jamaica?

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A. Natural Resources Conservation Act

D. Fisheries Industry Act

C. Forest Act

B. National Environmental Act

FEEDBACKFEEDBACK

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Which of the following is not an Environmental Law in Jamaica?

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National Environmental Act

An act with this title does not exist, however the National Environment and

Planning Agency Act exists.

X

QUIZ: Question 3

The Convention for the Protection and Development of the Marine Environment of the Wider Caribbean Region is also known as the

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A. CPDMEWC

D. Cartagena Protocol

B. Caribbean Marine Protection Convention

C. Cartagena Convention

FEEDBACKFEEDBACK

X


The Convention for the Protection and Development of the Marine Environment of the Wider Caribbean Region is also known as the

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Cartagena Convention

X

Quiz: Question 4

The Cartagena Convention was adopted in the year:

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A. 1986

D. 1989

C. 1990

B. 1983

FEEDBACKFEEDBACK

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The Cartagena Convention was adopted in the year:

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1983The convention was adopted in 1983 but

was not enforced until 1986.

X

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INTRODUCTION

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