Describes how people with the least power and money suffer most
from environmental problems and have the fewest of the Earth’s
resources and benefits, while people with the most power and
money cause these problems by over-consuming and polluting the
environment. No less than a decent environment for all; no more
than a fair share of the Earth’s resources. This is the guiding
principle behind our work. The human right to life is
fundamental. Living a dignified life means getting access to
natural and built resources. This means that everyone has a
right to have warm housing, clean drinking water, unpolluted air
and food that is safe to eat. With rights, however, come
responsibility. Everyone has a duty to protect and enhance our
environment now and for people in the future. To carry out our
responsibilities we need certain resources. This means we need
information, fair and transparent decision making, and the
ability to stop acts that cause environmental injustices.
Environmental damage - whether caused by c