Some believe nature and environment are separate from humans. Nature impacts humans by creating obstacles and hazards, which humans must overcome. However, Earth has developed into a new age, the anthropocene, where humans can influence the environment. (Knox, 144) With centuries of fossil fuel emission, deforestation, and agriculture, humans altered, corrupted, and destroyed entire ecosystems. In addition to society affecting nature, the way societies view nature could have a huge impact. In core regions, people see nature as beauty that must be restored and conserved. Conversely, in the peripheral regions, the environment is often exploited for resources and profit. Improper disposal of hazardous wastes, high dependence on fossil fuels for energy, and lack of funds promote environmental exploitation in poor countries. The damaging effects of carbon emissions and hazardous materials amplifies climate change. Despite the effects of climate change around the world, some people deny changes in the environment. This denial could be a product of capitalism. In order to make a larger profit, corporations dismiss the effects of global warming.
Some believe nature and environment are separate from humans. Nature impacts humans by creating obstacles and hazards, which humans must overcome. However, Earth has developed into a new age, the anthropocene, where humans can influence the environment. (Knox, 144) With centuries of fossil fuel emission, deforestation, and agriculture, humans altered, corrupted, and destroyed entire ecosystems. In addition to society affecting nature, the way societies view nature could have a huge impact. In core regions, people see nature as beauty that must be restored and conserved. Conversely, in the peripheral regions, the environment is often exploited for resources and profit. Improper disposal of hazardous wastes, high dependence on fossil fuels for energy, and lack of funds promote environmental exploitation in poor countries. The damaging effects of carbon emissions and hazardous materials amplifies climate change. Despite the effects of climate change around the world, some people deny changes in the environment. This denial could be a product of capitalism. In order to make a larger profit, corporations dismiss the effects of global warming.