Including the closely related terms development, and develop.
…. Some organisms are useful to us but we should not limit our efforts to these - we must conserve all those about which we still know little. 12. Biodiversity is not only significant for those who have a direct interest in nature conservation. It has much wider impact on our daily lives and sustainable development in general: Our rich wildlife heritage encourages people to get out and take…
… of sustainable development, and is of relevance to us all. The threats to biodiversity cannot be dealt with by targeted species or habitat recovery work alone. Many of the threats and constraints to protecting biodiversity arise from broader issues relating, for example, to the unsustainable use of land, air and water. An integrated approach is needed if positive impacts are to be made, for example…
… to sustainable development and to conserving the diversity of our wildlife. Regional Planning Guidance for Yorkshire and The Humber to the year 2016 (RPG12, published October 2001) now requires local planning 7 Approved Selby Local Biodiversity Action Plan August 2004 authorities to identify and develop policies for areas important to the conservation of biodiversity. This is to be done…
… in and depend upon. 2. The intricate network of ecosystems, habitats and species that comprises biodiversity provides the support systems that sustain human existence. It provides many of the essentials of life – our oxygen, water, soil, food, clothing, health and recreational opportunities. The value of biodiversity extends from the spiritual benefits gained from contact with nature…
…, and populations of some species, because mankind has adversely affected them. We have an obligation to future generations, to act sustainably. 5. The UK Government published: - Biodiversity: The UK Action Plan, 1994 (UKBSG1). - Biodiversity: the U.K. Steering Group Report Volume 1: Meeting the Rio Challenge, 1995 (UKBSG2a). - Biodiversity: The UK Steering Group Report Volume 2 (UKBSG2b), - UK…