Using the information in the discussion introduction, and the information presented in the articles, think about the benefits and costs, both economic and environmental, of using natural resources in a globalized world.

Question

Using the information in the discussion introduction, and the information presented in the articles, think about the benefits and costs, both economic and environmental, of using natural resources in a globalized world.

What natural resources are you using right now? What natural resources went into creating the objects around you? What economic benefits are you or others receiving from your use of natural resources? What might be some of the economic or environmental costs that stem from your use of natural resources?
Post a detailed response to the Global Use of Natural Resources prompt.
Participate in the discussion to learn more about the benefits and costs of using natural resources, and how we could address challenges.
3 to 4 sentences

Answer 1

Currently, I am using natural resources such as electricity, water, and wood. The objects around me, such as my desk, chair, and computer, required resources such as metals, plastics, and wood to create. The economic benefits of using these resources include job creation in industries such as manufacturing and energy production. However, some of the economic and environmental costs of my resource use may include pollution, deforestation, and depletion of natural resources. It is important to consider how we can use natural resources more sustainably to minimize these costs in the long run.