I equate religion with humanity, since humans alone observe religion. Humans are unique in that they practice religion whereas other animals do not. Humanity is the downfall of nature, given that nature would be in balance without humans. Miss L and Betty represent the relationship humans have with nature. However, such is not the case.
Nature is exploited by industry to generate profit, often by subsidization.
The financial burden that disposal of dangerous chemical waste products made by industrial processes creates may be alleviated by improper waste disposal. This is one way that disposal costs may be subsidized. Rather than pay for disposal, they can just dump in the river. Besides, the drain pipe goes somewhere else and disposal in not in your back-yard. West uses nature to convey a sense of order.