Geoethics: The Role and Responsibility of Geoscientists (Geological Society Special Publications)

edited by S. Peppoloni and G. Di Capua (International Association for Promoting Geoethics, Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia, Italy).

ISBN 10: 1862397260 / ISBN 13: 9781862397262

Published by London : Geological Society, 2015

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vi, 187 pages : illustrations (some colour), maps (some colour) ; 26 cm. This Special Publication will be an important tool for geoscientists, aimed at increasing the awareness of their societal role and responsibility in conducting education, research and practice activities. What are the responsibilities of a geoscientist? And what motivations are needed to push geoscientists to practice the Earth sciences in an ethical way? The major environmental challenges affecting human communities require not only a strictly scientific and technical preparation by the geoscientists, but also a reflection on their broader obligations towards society. It is important that geoscientists consider geoethics as an indispensable framework on which to base their training and activity. The principles of geoethics can guide them to pursue the common good by weighing the benefits and costs of each choice, and identifying eco-friendly and society-friendly solutions that guarantee the respect of the right balance between human life and the dynamics of the Earth. Communication and dissemination of geosciences should become core activities in building a knowledge-based society, which is better able to protect itself and the Earth ecosystems in order to guarantee a life in harmony with our planet for future generations.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Geoethics: The Role and Responsibility of Geoscientists (Geological Society Special Publications)
• Publisher: London : Geological Society
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1862397260
• ISBN 13: 9781862397262
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New
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Synopsis

Authors with different skills and from different countries present their views on geoethics, through the analysis of the ethical and social implications of studying and managing land, resources and natural hazards. They suggest models, methods and ideas to influence decision makers, to transfer scientific information to society and to encourage appropriate behaviour towards the geosphere.