Ethical Evaluation of Paul Tailor’s Ideology of Biocentrism and Environmental Degradation

Abstract

When natural habitats are destroyed and natural resources are depleted, the environment is degraded. This study evaluated Paul Warren Taylor’s ideology of biocentrism with the aim of finding the causes of environmental degradation, ascertain the extent of environmental degradation and examine the consequences of environmental degradation so as to provide solution. The study employed the descriptive research. The data obtained was presented in narrative form without the use of statistical tool. The study found out that; the causes of environmental degradation include; unregulated urban expansion and illegal land use, deforestation due to agricultural activities and firewood collection, poor waste management among others. The extent of environmental degradation in the area was measured through indicators such as deforestation rates, soil erosion, flooding intensity, waste accumulation among others. The consequences of environmental degradation include; significant adverse effects on agriculture, infrastructure, public health, economy and the overall sustainability of the local ecosystem among others. The research concluded with the recommendations that; governments should sponsor regular environmental impact assessments to identify and control key degradation drivers such as deforestation, improve waste mismanagement, farming practices, and urbanization planning. Educate local populations on harmful practices such as; bush burning, indiscriminate waste disposal and tree felling through public campaigns and community fora and to promote behavioral change as well as partner with universities and research institutes to carry out detailed studies and publish data on how to control environmental degradation.