4.5. Natural Capital

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does 'exposure' mean in the context of vulnerability?

   Hint

   Think about what situations might put individuals at risk.

2. 2.

   Name one type of capital.

   Hint

   Consider what resources people have that can help them cope.

3. 3.

   What is the main concept of natural capital?

   • Natural resources for future generations
   • Available workforce of a nation
   • Economic wealth

   Hint

   Think about the definition related to resources.

4. 4.

   True or False: Vulnerability only refers to economic factors.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider all the elements discussed.

5. 5.

   Analyze a real-world event where a community faced vulnerability due to an external shock. Discuss the capitals that were affected and how the community responded.

   Hint

   Look into both immediate responses and long-term resilience strategies.

6. 6.

   Create a proposal for a community program aimed at improving one aspect of capital to reduce vulnerability. Detail the steps and necessary resources.

   Hint

   Consider what resources are necessary for execution.