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Land Ethics and Ecology (including ecological systems)
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Land Ethics and Ecology (including ecological systems) Ralph M. Dahm SCI 361 - Environmental Issues and Ethics Dr. Theodore R. Ferguson April 9, 2005 Abstract Several arguments exist regarding environmental responsibility to future generations. What is the responsibility to protect and preserve ecological systems? Significant environmental damage has already been suffered. The potential for this damage to increase or become permanent is elevated. The consequences of ignoring land ethics are building. The significance of land ethics and ecology, including the impact to ecological systems, is explored. The impact of increased population is considered. Possible outcomes and solutions are evaluated. One haunting question remains unanswered. Land Ethics and Ecology Jardins (2001) argument that a responsibility exists to future generations is valid. The "argument from ignorance" position seems to be a convenient excuse to avoid responsibility. The needs and wants of future generations are unknown. Living in a contaminated environment would not be one of them. Ethically a responsibility exists...
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