Environmental degradation from "summary" of The Shock Doctrine by Naomi Klein
In times of crisis, whether natural disasters or economic meltdowns, the concept of exploiting environmental resources becomes particularly relevant. The exploitation of natural resources often involves environmental degradation, a process where the delicate balance of ecosystems is disrupted, leading to long-term negative consequences. This degradation can take many forms, from deforestation to pollution, and can have devastating effects on the environment and the people who rely on it for their livelihoods. The Shock Doctrine explores how some actors take advantage of moments of crisis to push through policies that benefit themselves at the expense of the environment. These actors may use the chaos and confusion that follow a crisis to push through deregulation or privatization of environmental resources, all under the guise of "recovery" or "development." In reality, these policies often lead to further environmental degradation and exacerbate the very crises they purport to solve. One example of this p...
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