Yet, there is other cases that fall into this paradox. Along rivers and oceans there are people arguing over whether to develop beachfront properties. The man from Philadelphia wants a place where he can take his children to get away from the pollution of the city. The business men would like to see more tourists come to the area. Yet, Greenpeace is protesting further development.
Environmentalists warn that development is a threat to biodiversity.
Both sides of consumption v. conservation, have strong arguments. That is for you to decide.