Which scenario is an example of responsible human stewardship of the environment?

Question

a. A farming co-operative sprays an insecticide over its fields to prevent a possible infestation of insects that destroy crops.

b. A landscaping company introduces an alien species to a new region in order to increase the ground cover in the area.

c. A logging company clears a forested area of trees and leaves bare slopes for new plants to grown on.

d. A mining company replaces the soil and vegetation it removed while digging a pit mine to remove coal

e. An electrical company allows heated water that was used in the power plant's cooling systems to enter a local lake.

Vivian Ahern · Accepted Answer

D.

By replacing the soil, the mining company is practicing responsible environmental stewardship. If the mining scares were left unchecked, erosion would cause environmental destruction and make it difficult for new plant life to flourish. Additionally, erosion could carry mining residues downstream, poisoning the water. By replacing the soil, the mining company is preventing erosion and allowing plant life and succession to replenish the environment.

Andrew Armstrong · Answer

undefined An example of responsible human stewardship of the environment is implementing sustainable farming practices that minimize soil erosion, preserve biodiversity, and reduce the use of chemical pesticides and fertilizers.