About this Video
- Video Title: ENST 0842 Spring 2024
- Channel: up+gen
- Speakers: Naen
- Duration: 00:01:37
Introduction
This video presents a sustainability proposal addressing the issue of animal confinement at the Ueno Zoo in Tokyo, Japan. The speaker, Naen, a sustainability consultant, proposes relocating the zoo to Yamanashi prefecture to provide animals with more spacious and appropriate living environments.
Key Takeaways
- Animal Welfare Concerns: Ueno Zoo's confined spaces negatively impact animal health, leading to aggression, self-harm, and abnormal behavior, shortening lifespans.
- Proposed Solution: Relocation: Relocating the zoo to Yamanashi prefecture is suggested. This location offers ample space due to numerous vacant houses ("akas").
- Yamanashi Prefecture Advantages: Yamanashi is only 1.5 hours from Tokyo, maintaining accessibility, and possesses many vacant houses, making land acquisition cost-effective.
- Sustainability Focus: The proposal emphasizes protecting, restoring, and promoting the sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems.
- Improved Animal Habitats: Relocation allows for creating more spacious and suitable environments for the animals.
