UNIT 1:
Definition, scope and importance of environment, need for public awareness
Eco-system and Energy flow, Ecological succession
Introductionto biodiversity & Valuesofbiodiversity
Endangered and endemic species of India
conservation of biodiversity: In-situ and ex- situ conservation of biodiversity
UNIT 2:
Causes, Effects and Preventive measures of Soil &Noise Pollutions
Causes, Effects and Preventive measures of Water Pollution
Causes, Effects and Preventive measures of Air Pollution
UNIT 3:
Energy management and conservation, New Energy Sources, Need of new sources
Solar energy, Wind energy, Ocean energy resources,
UNIT 4:
Zero waste and R concept, Circular economy, ISO 14000 Series
Material Life cycle assessment, Environmental Impact Assessment
Sustainable habitat: Green buildings, Green materials
UNIT 5:
Development, GDP, Sustainability - concept, needs and challenges
Economic and social aspects of sustainability