The Changed Relationship Between Man and Environment

by Gray B. consultant

It is wisely said that the best relationships are usually built on trust and respect. So if we had to describe the relationship between man and the environment, is it the best? To be honest, we as humans have broken the trust and respect of the environment. Our behaviour towards the environment has always been ambiguous and dominating. Man is now often seen selfishly modifying the environment just to meet his needs as well as greeds.The world has enough for everyone's needs, but not everyone's greed," Mahatma Gandhi said in what is now one of his best-known quotes. Its ubiquity is for good reason. ...

No doubt, humans are affected by environment but it is also true that humans are affecting the environment and that too in a negative way. Man is predominantly responsible for the present quality of the environment. Global warming, environmental degradation, ecological imbalance, pollution are all together disturbing the earth. To conclude, man is the inventor of all these environmental problems and only man can save and improve the relationship with the environment.

We as responsible humans lets keep environmental protection as a top priority and save the planet:

Stop killing animals:

Animals are living things, they feel the pain, they are part of our environment, understand it. Killing animal is a cruel act and it can extensively affect our ecosystem and can lead to dramatic consequences. Have you ever thought, how exactly the animals would feel when they are being brutally slaughtered for creating your comfort and beauty accessories like leather bags, belts, fur jackets, woolen sweaters and other such accessories? Buy killing the animals, humans are not only causing suffering but also nature imbalance. Killing animals primarily for using their skin is not at all acceptable when there are so many eco-friendly and sustainable options available.

Control air pollution:

Air pollution is not only having negative effects on the environment but also is harmful to human health. Whether it is constant emission of green gas, radioactive wastes or release of nitrogen oxides or sulphur oxides by burning fossil fuels, it all leads to dangerous air pollution. The acid rain caused due to this pollution have toxic effects on every living thing present in this environment. Without our knowledge every day thousands of butterflies, insects, birds, fishes are killed by getting exposed to such harmful toxins released in the air. We need to take effective measures to control air pollution as its the biggest environmental concern.

Start recycling:

Waste can have a humongous negative impact on our environment. Recycling can be very important for our planet. This is the most effective and easiest way to save the environment and also evolve the relationship between man and environment. Many home and office equipment like plastic bottles, papers, tins, printer cartridges, aluminium and steel containers, computers, tyre tubes etc. can be recycled or even upcycled efficiently.

Use of natural sources of energy

The best way to stay connected with the environment in a positive manner is by using it in the best possible way. Sun, wind and geothermal are the natural resources which if used effectively can help to attain environmental balance. Right from forests to cities, these natural resources has its own significance.

Bit by bit, following such practices, will help to build a strong relationship between man and environment. We belong to this earth and only a healthy environment will make the life healthy on this earth.