The earth is like a spaceship with only limited room and resources. Humans need not adapt to the natural environment because they can remake it to suit their needs. There are limits to growth beyond which our industrialized society cannot expand. Humans are severely abusing the environment. For each of the following statements regarding environmental laws and regulations, indicate your level of agreement using the following scale.
Speed limits ought to be lowered in order to conserve energy.
Recycling centers should be required in every community in order to encourage recycling. Stiff fines for littering are useful for keeping the environment clean. Setting aside land as wilderness areas is necessary to preserve wildlife. There should be heavy penalties for industrial pollution. There should be higher taxes on gasoline to help decrease consumption.