Problem
Poverty induced environmental degradation
Nature:
Poverty and environmental degradation 'are linked in a vicious circle in which people cannot afford to take proper care of the environment' (SARDC, IUCN and SADC 1994). Poverty has been and remains a major cause and consequence of environmental degradation and resource depletion.
Broader Problems:
Socio-economic povertyEnvironmental degradation Subject(s):
Environment → Environment Societal Problems → Vulnerability
Society → Disadvantaged
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
E: Emanations of other problems Date of last update
16.03.2022 – 03:44 CET