Concept of Holistic and System Approach.pptx

Kanchan Paira, Assistant professor, Geography, Hijli College

Environment: Concept of holistic and system approaches

1. Concept of Holistic and System Approach Mr. Kanchan Paira Asst. Prof (Geography)

2. Definition The holistic approach in ecology and environmental science derives from the idea proposed by Harrison Brown that “a precondition for solving (complex) problems is a realization that all of them are interlocked, with the result that they cannot be solved piecemeal. David Gates notes, “the very definition of the discipline of ecology implies a holistic study. Points to Remember “The Holistic Approach to Environment” deals with exploring possibilities and developing themodels of benevolent co-existence of all beings on Earth. It does not deal society with one segment of environment, but its sees the life on the planet as a whole. It promotes benevolent co-existence of all beings on Earth taking the perspective of certain sciences, e.g. ecology, chemistry, chemical technology, biology, zoology, mechanical engineering, metallurgy, philosophy, integrative bioethics etc. finding the solutions to actual environmental issues of today.

3. Aspects The aspects that best describe a holistic environment include: 1. Basis For an environment to be holistic, it should be based on values that are important to humanity such as love and care . People have a deep concern for their home, their community, their environment. People don’t just live for now, but they also need to leave a good sustainable environment for the next generation 2. Scope A holistic environment is encompassing and inclusive It takes into consideration the other forces such as cultural environment, political environment and the global environment. 3. Value A holistic environment is timely and relevant . It tries to give the needs of the people at the present time. The environment should be valuable to the existing users or caretakers .

4. Holistic Approaches to environmental studies Anthropocentric approaches Wetland conservation Afforestation Reduction of fossil fuel consumption, co2 emission Conservation of flora and fauna 2. Biocentric approaches Earth is for all 3. Eco-centric approaches Conservation of forest ecosystem, wetland ecosystem, grassland ecosystem Conservation of Bio-medicine 4. Ecofeminism Giving Priority to women

5. System Approaches Morphological system Interrelation between biotic and abiotic resources. 2. Flow system Energy transfer 10% law of Lindeman 3. Process response form ecosystem Size and function of plants and animals depends on how the system response. Bio-diversity depends on energy (solar) and atmosphere Complex nature Succession and climax community 4. Control system Balance between producers and consumers

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