Our health, food security and habitat are also threatened by poor management of waste and toxic materials, which pollute water and soil, poison crops and can increase the incidence of cancer and endocrinological disorders.
The idea of a link between environmental protection and human rights has been around for some time. Consequently, this awareness has led to a greening of recognized human rights: many of them are now interpreted to also include protection against harmful factors.
We know that urgent action is needed to protect the planet!
Each of us is involved and can make a difference. However, we all make small mistakes on a daily basis which, taken together, can harm our environment.
Environmental impacts have a direct effect on the climate as we know it. The human species can only survive if it adapts to its climate
