Environmental studies refer to an extensive and systematic study of nature/environment, its physical, biological, social, and cultural factors, as well as the nature and characteristics of the relationship between man and environment.

Environmental studies help us understand the importance of our environment and teaches us to use natural resources more efficiently and embrace a sustainable way of living. How far man influences nature and to what extent nature delivers its bounties constitute another objective of environmental studies.

This tutorial is concise and takes an authentic approach to provide a vivid account of the natural environment and related issues.

Audience

This tutorial is designed keeping in view the prescribed syllabus for Environment and Ecology or Environmental Studies in various colleges and universities. Lucidity in expression and simplicity of language used in this tutorial will acquaint even a youngster with the basic knowledge on Environmental Studies.

Prerequisites

The readers of this tutorial should have basic knowledge about the environment and environmental phenomena. Readers should understand their physical surroundings and the changes in climatic condition, seasonal differences, etc.


Chapters

Environmental Studies - Home
Environment
Ecosystem
Classification of Ecosystem
Functions Of Ecosystem
Ecological Pyramid
Energy Flow in Ecosystem
Natural Resources
Water Resources
Mineral Resources
Land Resources
Energy Resources
Biodiversity
Biodiversity Hotspots
Threats to Biodiversity
Conversation of Biodiversity
Pollution & Control
Air Pollution
Water Pollution
Noise Pollution
Soil Pollution
Solid Waste Management
Hazardous Waste Management
Water Waste Management
Global Environmental Problems
Ozone Depletion
Deforestation & Desertification
International Protocols
Policy & Legislation
Air,Water & Forest Acts
Environmental Impact Assessment
Towards Sustainable Future