But although trees and land have been secured, the animals are disappearing. He discusses causes and provides an example of the condition where loss of animals means that plants are not propagated, leading to a downward cycle of loss. These are frightening words which the environmentally aware know are true. The fact that they are appearing in one of the most important business magazines in the world says a lot about the editors of the magazine and about the graveness of the situation.
Business is one of the most pragmatic forces in our culture.
Business survival demands attention to the present with an eye to a few years out - unless you are an Internet company where a year is a long time. Business decisions that consider the future of life on the planet are generally not rewarded. This is why there are laws passed by governments. And, businesses reflect the people they serve - customers, suppliers, investors, and employees. It always comes down to people.