Environmental conservation is never without its problems. These are continuously exacerbated by increasing human numbers among the poor, and increasing levels of consumption by the rich. Until these two cardinal issues are seriously addressed, we will face a spiral of decreasing natural resources and increasing levels of human poverty. It is, in fact, all to do with human behaviour. Some say we can't, but I do believe in miracles as well as in man's ability to change.
Climatic change is also a proven fact.
Sea temperatures and levels are rising as a result of several factors. AIDS is increasing, and more money will therefore be required for health and welfare, leaving less for conservation. We are, however, only treating the symptoms. A further constraint facing us in South Africa is the lack of capacity among the majority of the population. Simple and appropriate building skills teach people to build their own homes.