Two views are often expounded relative to the environment: (1) Greater production means greater pollution (economic and ecological considerations are incompatible) and (2) the state (federal and state governments) has the exclusive responsibility to solve environmental problems and see that sustainable development is supported.
Required
1. Explain why the first view is more of a myth than reality. In offering this explanation, give explicit reasons for your position.
2. What is sustainable development? Should the state have exclusive environmental responsibility for solving environmental problems and ensuring sustainable development? If not, what role should it play?