In today's fast-paced world, people are working longer hours and using more technology and energy than ever before. The impact this is having on the environment is substantial in both a negative and positive sense. It's hard to deny the benefits that modern technology has brought to the world, in industry and in everyday life. With ever-increasing technological breakthroughs, there have been many positive ecological impacts, but the negative impacts are almost overwhelming. A perfect example would be the deforestation of our rainforests. Ecuador is located on the equator in the tropical Andes of South America. Its territory includes four main regions: the Amazon, the Andes, the Pacific coast and the Galapagos Islands; and is home to at least 14 indigenous nationalities. The eastern half of the country forms part of the largest and most biodiverse tropical rainforest and watershed on Earth. Ecuador is one of the world's “megadiversity hotspots.” It is one of the most species-rich countries on the planet. Part of the reason is that it is a tropical country, and the tropics are home to much greater diversity than temperate countries. But Ecuador's extraordinary biodiversity is also due to the simple fact that within its borders there are a large number of different habitats. Obviously, the cold, high Andes are home to very different species than the low-lying tropical rainforests. When you include all the areas in between and add the coastal region, the result is a wealth of habitats, ecosystems and wildlife. The transition zones between the lowlands and the highlands, where many overlapping species occur, are some of the most biodiverse regions on earth. For nature lovers, this place is a dream come true. The natural attractions of Ecuador c...... middle of paper ......that deal with conservation in Ecuador have been created in recent years and participate in various activities aimed at conserving and managing the natural resources of Ecuador. The lack of information and analytical capacity has pushed both the government and some non-governmental organizations to initiate geographic information system projects to support ecosystem management. Works CitedBeck, E., Bendix, J., Kottke, I., Makeschin, F ., & Mosandl, R. (2010). Nuances in a tropical mountain ecosystem of Ecuador. New York, NY: Springer. Cunningham, W. P., & Cunningham, M. (2011). Environmental science: Investigation and applications (6th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill. Mecham, J. (2001, May). Causes and consequences of deforestation in Ecuador. Retrieved January 15, 2012, from http://www.rainforestinfo.org.au/projects/jefferson.htm