Environmentally Responsible Behaviour for a Sustainable Future

Abstract

Humans are the only species on the planet Earth who do not contribute in the natural environmental cycle but has always been the exploiter of the limited resources. Tecer (2007) told that Environmental deterioration, extinction, or pollution in many vital earth systems, such as air, water, soil, forest, and biological diversity have required countries to develop policies for protecting and developing the earth and promoting global cooperation on these issues. Atasoy (2005) concluded in his study that Environmental problems have become globalized and have reached the stage where they present a threat to life on Earth. This situation has led to the review of people's relationships with nature, their attitudes and behaviors towards the environment, the duties and responsibilities assumed by the individual towards nature, and the redefinition of ecological culture and environmental awareness. It is imperative to be Environmentally Responsible in the present scenario where awareness on the effect of responsible behavior already exists in abundance through media, curriculum, and social activities.