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    Natural resources are materials found in nature that are useful to humans such as air, water, soil, plants, and fossil fuels. They are classified as either renewable resources, which can regenerate, like forests, or non-renewable resources, which do not regenerate or only do so very slowly, like fossil fuels. Resources management aims to balance economic, social and environmental needs to ensure resources are sustainably used for current and future generations. Conservation, restoration and sustainable use are key to effective natural resources management.

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    Natural resources are materials found in nature that are useful to humans such as air, water, soil, plants, and fossil fuels. They are classified as either renewable resources, which can regenerate, like forests, or non-renewable resources, which do not regenerate or only do so very slowly, like fossil fuels. Resources management aims to balance economic, social and environmental needs to ensure resources are sustainably used for current and future generations. Conservation, restoration and sustainable use are key to effective natural resources management.

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    Natural resources are materials found in nature that are useful to humans such as air, water, soil, plants, and fossil fuels. They are classified as either renewable resources, which can regenerate, like forests, or non-renewable resources, which do not regenerate or only do so very slowly, like fossil fuels. Resources management aims to balance economic, social and environmental needs to ensure resources are sustainably used for current and future generations. Conservation, restoration and sustainable use are key to effective natural resources management.

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    Minor - EVS

    Unit - 1
    Natural Resources Introduction

    What are Natural Resources?


    These are the resources that are found in the environment and are developed without
    the intervention of humans. Common examples of natural resources include air,
    sunlight, water, soil, stone, plants, animals and fossil fuels.

    Natural resources are naturally occurring materials that are useful to man or could
    be useful under conceivable technological, economic or social circumstances or
    supplies drawn from the earth, supplies such as food, building and clothing
    materials, fertilizers, metals, water and geothermal power. For a long time, natural
    resources were the domain of the natural sciences.

    What are the Different Types of Natural Resources?


    Based on the availability are two types of natural resources:

    1. Renewable: resources that are available in infinite quantity and can be used
    repeatedly are called renewable resources. Example: Forest, wind, water, etc.
    2. Non-Renewable: resources that are limited in abundance due to their
    non-renewable nature and whose availability may run out in the future are
    called non-renewable resources. Examples include fossil fuels, minerals, etc.

    Difference between Renewable and Non-Renewable Resources

    Renewable resource Non-renewable resource

    It can be renewed as it is available Once completely consumed, it cannot be


    in infinite quantity renewed due to limited stock

    Sustainable in nature Exhaustible in nature


    Low cost and environment-friendly High cost and less environment-friendly

    Replenish quickly Replenish slowly or do not replenish naturally


    at all

    What is Resources And reserves?

    Resources are the total amount of a material that exists in the earth's crust,
    regardless of whether it can be extracted or not. This includes both identified and
    undiscovered resources. Reserves, on the other hand, refer to the amount of a
    material that can be extracted with current technology and prices. For a deposit to be
    considered a reserve, it must be economically viable to extract. The identification
    and assessment of both resources and reserves is important for understanding the
    long-term availability of a material and its potential economic value.

    Types of Reserve Resources

    There are various types of resources based on the origin, exhaustibility,


    ownership, status of development, etc. The details on the different types of
    resources are given below:

    ● Biotic Resources: They have life and are obtained from the biosphere,
    such as human beings, flora, and fauna, fisheries, livestock, etc.
    ● Abiotic Resources: Things that are composed of non-living things,
    such as rock, metals, etc., are called abiotic resources.
    ● Renewable Resources: The resources which can be reproduced or
    renewed by physical, chemical, or mechanical processes.
    ● Non-Renewable Resources: The resources which occur after a very
    long geological time, like minerals and fossil fuels, are known as
    non-renewable resources.
    Degradation Of Natural Resources

    Degradation of natural resources is one of the subjects of prime concern that the
    world is facing today. The increasing human population has given birth to the evils
    like the increase in pollution levels, deforestation, excessive use of non-renewable
    resources, etc. All these have raised a question mark on the availability of natural
    resources.

    What is resource availability?


    Resource availability refers to the information about what resources you can use to
    service projects, when, and under what conditions. This information is critical,
    because on every project, the ability to succeed depends on whether you have
    access to the essential resources and tools.

    There are several factors that affect the availability of resources. Some of
    the key factors include:

    1. Geological factors: The amount and distribution of resources in the


    earth's crust is determined by geological factors such as the type of rock,
    the location, and the age of the deposit.

    2. Technological factors: The availability of resources can be affected by


    advances in technology that make it easier or cheaper to extract them. For
    example, the development of new drilling techniques has made it possible
    to extract oil and gas from previously inaccessible deposits.

    3. Economic factors: The availability of resources can also be affected by


    economic factors such as the price of the material, the cost of extraction,
    and the demand for the material.
    4. Environmental factors: Environmental factors such as regulations,
    climate change, and habitat destruction can also affect the availability of
    resources. For example, stricter environmental regulations can make it
    more difficult to extract resources, while climate change can alter the
    distribution of resources.

    5. Political factors: Political factors such as trade agreements, sanctions,


    and nationalization of resources can also affect the availability of
    resources.

    Management Of Natural Resources

    Certainly, here are some key points about natural resources management:

    1. Natural resources management involves balancing the economic, social,


    and environmental needs of a community.

    2. It aims to ensure that resources are used in a way that meets the needs
    of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to
    meet their own needs.

    3. It can involve things like conservation, restoration, and sustainable use


    of natural resources.

    4. Effective natural resources management requires collaboration between


    different stakeholders, including government agencies, businesses, and
    local communities.

    5. It is important for ensuring the long-term availability of resources and for


    protecting the environment and the well-being of people and wildlife.
    6. Natural resources management is a complex and ongoing process that
    requires ongoing monitoring, evaluation, and adaptation to changing
    circumstances.

    Conversation Of natural Resources

    Here are some key points about the conversation on natural


    resources:

    1. Natural resources are finite and need to be managed carefully to


    ensure their availability for future generations.

    2. Human activities can have a significant impact on natural


    resources, including deforestation, overfishing, and pollution.

    3. Effective natural resources management requires collaboration


    between different stakeholders, including government agencies,
    businesses, and local communities.

    4. Conservation, restoration, and sustainable use of natural resources


    are all important components of natural resources management.

    5. Natural resources management can help to protect the environment


    and the well-being of people and wildlife.

    6. Ongoing monitoring, evaluation, and adaptation to changing


    circumstances are necessary for effective natural resources
    management.

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