This is an introductory level presentation exploring the various
definitions of the term "environmental sustainability" and the
connection between climate change and human population growth
and its impact on the viability of the earth's systems. To
explore the various perspectives of the term "environmental
sustainabilty". “Environmental Sustainability” has different
meanings to different people • “Environmental Sustainability”
extends beyond human existence • Intelligence is not a good
predictor of species longevity • Longevity within species is
tied to metabolic rate • Environmental factors affect human
migration, distribution, endeavors • Structures made by humans
are not sustainable • Growth of human populations and economic
systems are accelerating CONTEXT FOR USE This presentation can
be used as an introduction to the topic of Climate Change or an
introduction to Environmental Sustainability. It could also be
used for many interdisiclinary courses to incorporate population
growth, sustainability and cli