The preservationist tradition advocates for the simplification of human life informed by an understanding and appreciation for nature, while the conservationist tradition advocates for the scientific management of nature as means to provide prosperity for human life. Briefly describe what conservationism and preservationism are in American environmental policy (what do they seek to achieve in a policy context). Then, consider the recent Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore and the massive effort underway to cleanup and restore the port. How could decision-makers apply these two principles to manage the recovery and rebuild phase of this economic and environmental disaster? Do both apply, or does one apply better than the other? Do either apply at all?
a) Explanation of conservationism and preservationism
b) Application to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse
c) Determining which principle applies better
d) Overall assessment of their applicability