The lurking inconsistency

Article Abstract:

This article focuses on the scientific inconsistency of maintaining a mechanistic view of nature when human actions support purpose and self-determination. Topics discussed include teleology, evolution, and the difficulties articulating the scientific value of biodiversity.

Editorial, Analysis, Conservation of natural resources, Natural resource conservation, Mechanism (Philosophy), Teleology

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No lurking inconsistency

Article Abstract:

H.E. Daly feels that inconsistency is a threat to scientific arguments for conservation biology. The human intellect, the accumulated knowledge, and technology allow us to alter and control environments in an unprecedented manner.

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences, Science & research, Biologists, Research, Technology application, Conservation biology, Daly, H.E.

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Impacts of Fire-Suppression Activities on Natural Communities

Article Abstract:

Recommendations for reducing fire suppression impacts include appropriately sized fire lines, natural barriers, natural clearings, "leave-no-trace" camping, and judicious application of retardants.

Government domestic functions, Pacific States, Mountain States, Methods, Prevention, Environmental aspects, Environmental policy, Forest management, Fire prevention, Wildfires, Western United States

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