With these environmental ethics in mind, we should be able to do what we can individually, for the results to have a bigger impact on the planet at large. Don't think that by being environmental conscious, you are being a sissy in some way if you were to point it out to someone who's hard-headed. As long as you do your part, and try to pass on that knowledge, the world is one small step closer to being saved.
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