Blog #4

What do you think of “green values?” Which ones do you most believe in?? What surprised you most about the readings?

             In the assigned readings on “green values” for this blog, I came across many fundamental beliefs I as familiar with. However, I thought many that were discussed weren’t completely relevant to the environmental cause that most concerns me. I never considered that the green movement would have so many concerns outside of sustainability, especially in the socio-political realm.

            Of the green values I came across I found “thinking globally, acting locally” to be a logical course of action to take in regard to green values. In addition, I completely agree with the notion that the Earth has intrinsic value and that humans should consider the impacts their actions have upon it, whether or not it will affect their daily life. Long term solutions, I understand, are imperative in green values as well.
            Unfortunately, I disagree with the green values’ take on social hierarchies. I do believe they are natural considering they can be found in most natural ecosystems. Consensus decision making would be difficult in this day and age and I believe it a majority agree a decision is best for the community it should be enacted and not held back. In addition, technology should not be construed as negative considering the progress made in not only solar, wind and geothermal technologies, but many others.
            I believe that every possible solution to our environmental issues should be looked at on an individual basis and not rejected just because of its perceived implications. Furthermore, I believe green values should be prioritized to factor in what’s best for the environment and not push socio economic issues on people already critical of the green stance.