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Synopsis Man's desire for ultimate joy and comfort has led him to exploit nature's "free' goods to the extent of reducing its natural capacity for self stabilisation. As a consequence of this outright disregard of the impact of these activities on the environment, numerous environmental problems have arisen. Man's capability to transform his environment can bring the benefits of economic development and an opportunity to enhance the quality of life. But this same power, incorrectly applied, can also cause incalculable harm to the natural environment and consequently to human life. Environmental management must regulate the demands and activities of man in such a way that the ability of the environment to sustain future development remains unimpaired. Efficient environmental management is a pre-requisite for sustained economic development.