Notice these expressions in the text. Infer their meaning from the context.
i) a holistic and ecological view
ii) inter alia
iii) sustainable development
iv) decimated
v) languish
vi) catastrophic depletion
vii) ignominious darkness
viii) transcending concern

Explanation

i). a holistic and ecological view – It refers to the view that calls for the preservation of the planet and understanding the importance of earth‟s resources and environment for the future generations.
ii) Inter alia – among other things
iii) sustainable development – A balanced development that meets the needs of the present while taking care of the needs of the future generations.
iv) decimated – to reduce drastically in number
v) languish – lot of species are neglected or go unnoticed
vi) catastrophic depletion – a disastrous and harmful reduction in the number of something
vii) ignominious darkness – disgraced or dishonored as nobody has knowledge about them or is enlightened about them
viii) transcending concern – a concern that surpasses generation, boundaries. It is not only about the present but also about future, not only about people but also about the planet.