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Anti-Environmentalism

You believe that prioritizing economic growth and human progress will lead to a more prosperous and advanced society.

Anti-environmentalism is a political ideology that opposes environmentalism and challenges the scientific consensus on the urgency of addressing climate change. This ideology often prioritizes economic growth, industrial development, and personal freedoms over environmental protection. Anti-environmentalists typically argue that environmental regulations are unnecessary, overly restrictive, or even harmful to economic prosperity. They often downplay the severity of environmental issues or deny the human role in climate change.

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 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Would you be at ease with the notion that the natural beauty you enjoy may not be around for your children to see?

 @9KLDYVGanswered…10mos10MO

Absolutely not. The Earth is all we have and I don't understand how people can stand aside while we destroy it.

 @9KQMCG2agreed…10mos10MO

Absolutely not. The Earth is all we have and I don't understand how people can stand aside while we destroy it.

 @9KQPLBYagreed…10mos10MO

Though not prioritised, saving earth is important for many reasons. I would personally to my bit, however, not make my life devoted to it. I semi-agree with this statement because further generations should have freedom.

 @9KT3PRQagreed…10mos10MO

There seems to be this societal notion that our resources are infinite. They're not. And yet there is incentive for companies to create products designed to break or be replaced as they will then make more money. It is then further reinforced by using cheap and enviromentally harmful resources to create these products while also utilising media to push the burden of environmental consciousness on the customers through recycling despite companies lying or misleading about what can or can't be recycled.

 @9LMQ8BCanswered…9mos9MO

No this upsets me deeply nature is an essential part of humanity

 @9LNV7DBagreed…9mos9MO

The beauty of nature makes me feel the presence of something bigger than myself. I believe this is a critical aspect of the human experience and brings the best out of humanity.

 @9LP4FHCagreed…9mos9MO

The nature we have around us allows for the climate to still hold itself together and has been around longer than us so we should respect it.

 @9LHCYL5answered…9mos9MO

No, I think it is our privilege and responsibility to enjoy and protect the natural world.

 @9LKZLWXLiberal Democratagreed…9mos9MO

we have a duty and responsibility to care for generations to come. it is both selfish and inhumane to leave the world in a worse state than that which we arrived in

 @9LKYM6KLiberal Democratagreed…9mos9MO

It is a selfish egotistical concept that people cannot see the importance of passing natural beauty onto the next generations

 @9KTHWVFanswered…10mos10MO

I'd of course rather it not but i don't feel that strong on the issue, it isnt a big concern as much as other topics.

 @9KXVC58Liberal Democratdisagreed…10mos10MO

the natural beauty of this world is of vital importance to help as it isnt ours yet we can benefit from it hugely

 @9KXPXZ5disagreed…10mos10MO

What is referred to as natural beauty is vital environmental factors required for the continuation of the species.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Do you believe it's fair for future generations to inherit a damaged planet for the sake of our current economic growth?

 @9H84KJCanswered…1yr1Y

No. But I also don’t think the infrastructure or investment is there yet to go completely green, and I don’t think the government are that fussed about net zero.

 @9H63BBYanswered…1yr1Y

No, for the most part. We should grow the economy in an environmentally sustainable way.

 @9PXPCW6 answered…6mos6MO

Absolutely not. 'Economic growth' in its current form benefits a minute percentage of the population massively. The gap between rich and poor is increasing at an astonishing rate - if it's so good for the economy to destroy the environment, why are we getting poorer whilst doing it?

Stop these greedy, short sighted lunatics from destroying the planet for their short term gain.

 @9H7Z7WPanswered…1yr1Y

No. I'm not convinced growth is the best measure of a successful economy and in anycase we just nedd to grow the green sector to acheive growth.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What if a significant historical event in your country was linked to anti-environmental actions; would that affect your national pride?

 @9PCKNFXanswered…7mos7MO

I would be disappointed and ashamed that my country had allowed such an event to occur

 @9J4TGS3answered…12mos12MO

Attempting to open a new coal mine and handing out new licences for north sea oil and gas.

 @9J4TF5KLabouranswered…12mos12MO

Yes. I would be disappointed in my country for allowing such an event.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Would you sacrifice your current lifestyle for stringent environmental measures that you may not directly benefit from?

 @9JLNRB8answered…11mos11MO

Very biased question but I’m still going to say yes. I am vegetarian, have massively cut down on my cheese consumption, do not plan on ever learning to drive, and am planning on giving up flying after this year. Rational choice model is bull **** .

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How would it make you feel to know that animal species are going extinct due to human progress; is that a price worth paying?

 @9H9CZ6QLabourcommented…1yr1Y

No it's not worth it as in the the end there will be NO animal species left.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Imagine a world with fewer environmental regulations; does that prospect excite or concern you?

 @9H63QJGanswered…1yr1Y

Concern. The rate at which climate change is affecting our planet is more than alarming and should be constantly and consistently addressed.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

Considering the increasing number of eco-friendly products on the market, how do they affect your shopping choices?

 @9JLNRB8answered…11mos11MO

I think it means we have to look harder. There’s a lot of green washing out there, so watch out folks!

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

How do you prioritize your own convenience against the potential long-term environmental damage it may cause?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How do you feel when you hear about businesses that prioritize profits over eco-friendly practices?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How does witnessing environmental degradation personally affect your views on the balance between the economy and nature?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Is the concept of prioritizing economic stability over environmental protection a necessity or a choice?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What if the pursuit of your dream career could negatively impact the environment; would your aspirations change?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Can you envision your life being impacted by environmental policies aimed at protecting the planet?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How would you explain the importance of a stable job market to someone deeply concerned about the environment?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What emotions come up for you when you think about balancing tradition and modernity in the face of environmental issues?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

If a community's economic survival conflicted with environmental preservation, where would your sympathies lie?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How does it make you feel to consider that some luxury items might be contributing to global environmental problems?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Can you identify personal values that align with or oppose the idea of progress at the expense of the environment?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Should the right to a clean environment be sacrificed for economic gain; what feels more important to you?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

If someone told you that climate change isn't as urgent as scientists claim, how would that make you feel?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What if the economic benefits we enjoy today lead to environmental crises in the future; how does that possibility affect you?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Is the idea of placing economic development above all else comforting or troubling to you personally?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What are your feelings towards the concept that unrestricted industrial growth could be more valuable than conserving natural resources?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

Can you picture a future where technological innovation somehow worsens our environment; what does that future look like to you?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

How does the idea of technological advancements potentially solving future environmental problems make you feel about current environmental policies?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

What would your reaction be if popular vacation spots could no longer be visited due to environmental neglect?

 @9JLNRB8answered…11mos11MO

That people shouldn’t have been visiting them in the first place because it was bound to happen. Stop being so selfish, people.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…4mos4MO

How do you feel about the argument that focusing on the economy now might leave us better equipped to solve environmental problems in the future?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…4mos4MO

What emotions or thoughts are triggered when considering the impact of prioritizing economic growth on the natural spaces you cherish?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…4mos4MO

How would discovering your favorite products contribute significantly to environmental harm change your consumption habits?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…4mos4MO

If you had to explain to a friend why some communities resist environmental regulations, what real-life impacts would you highlight?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…4mos4MO

What personal or community experiences influence your thoughts on the necessity versus the cost of environmental conservation measures?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…4mos4MO

How would you feel if a significant technological breakthrough could harm the environment in unexpected ways, considering society's dependency on tech advancements?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…4mos4MO

Would learning that your daily conveniences significantly contribute to environmental degradation motivate you to change your lifestyle, and if so, how?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…4mos4MO

How does the idea that preserving jobs and local economies might come at the cost of environmental damage resonate with your values and priorities?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…4mos4MO

If the places you find most beautiful were threatened by development for economic gain, how would that shape your view on progress and preservation?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…4mos4MO

Can you imagine a scenario where technological and economic developments actually reverse environmental damage; what does that look like to you?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

How would you feel if you had to choose between a high-paying job that harms the environment and a lower-paying job that helps protect it?

 @9JLNRB8answered…11mos11MO

I actually have a moral compass, so you guess my answer.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…1yr1Y

What personal sacrifices are you willing to make today for the well-being of the Earth's future?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

If the clean river or lake you love became polluted due to industrial waste, how would you respond to the companies responsible?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

When you envision a future shaped by current environmental policies, how does that picture make you feel?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

If you had to give up an electronic device to reduce e-waste, which one would it be and why?

 @9JLNRB8answered…11mos11MO

Good question! Not thought about this. My instinct is that I need my phone for my social life and laptop for work so it would have to be my TV. I spend too much time watching it anyway.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…12mos12MO

When you notice changes in seasonal weather patterns, what concerns or thoughts does it bring up about the planet's future?

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