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Social Psychology (10th Edition)

10th Edition

ISBN:9780134641287

Author:Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert, Samuel R. Sommers

Publisher:Elliot Aronson, Timothy D. Wilson, Robin M. Akert, Samuel R. Sommers

Chapter1: Introducing Social Psychology

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Can technology ever be good for the environment?

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Introduction

Technology marked the origin of modern and post-modern societies. It is a necessity and an unavoidable part of human lives. Technology is the transformation of scientific knowledge into goods and services by supporting need-satisfaction to make individuals' lives comfortable and easier.

Explanation

Technology can benefit and degrade the environment. In most cases, technology advances and develops at the expense of the environment and its resources. At the same time, technology can be helpful for the environment in the following ways:

Sustainable technology or green technology is a concept that is in tune with the environment. The focus of green technology is advancement and development without degrading the environment and its resources.
Technology can also aid in developing renewable resources, which would stop the degradation and exploitation of non-renewable resources. For example, Electric cars are alternative to petrol operated cars.
Smart technology and a smart lifestyle can also preserve and save the environment's degradation—for example, smart homes.
Technology can also preserve and save wildlife and endangered species.