In the Brazil case the government is presented as "demanding answers from BHP" with one of the government representative cited as stating that they "must be held accountable". However, it was also stated that "new safety and environmental regulations have been tied up in Congress for years". In addition to these perspectives, literature suggests that the western lifestyle is essentially the enemy in the war against environmental abuse. Society puts increased demand on goods and services, natural resources, energy and industrial production. In considering all of these perspectives who should be held accountable? Use research to justify your answer.