Wildlife also suffers from the effects of industrial and some household wastes that put toxic chemicals in the environment. Burrowing owls are affected by pesticide use too close to their nesting sites. So this is how things are connected. We begin to see how what we do affects the environment around us. It shows why we need to change our relationship with the environment.
Individuals can make a difference.
Communities can take action. Industries too can look at ways to prevent pollution through changes to the way they operate and the products they produce. It is possible to find a balance among daily living, economic development, recreation and protection of the environment. Each of us can make a difference. This document is also available for download in .pdf format .