Green Behavior, Religion, and Environmentalism: Environmental Ethics for Sustainability Action
Keywords:
Sustainable Action, Religion, Environmentalism, Climate Change, Green BehaviorAbstract
This study builds upon numerous prior studies that have demonstrated the significant influence of religion on environmentally friendly and sustainable behaviors. The objective of this literature research is to examine various aspects of environmental ethics in climate change events, analyze moral values and religious philosophy in climate change action, and quantify the real shift in pro-environmental views within different religious groups (especially in Islamic religion, Christian & Catholic, Hinduism, and Buddhist). This study demonstrates the interconnectedness between environmental ethics and religious morality, highlighting how they perceive environmental issues through the lens of human awareness, influenced by concepts of sin and purity. This promotes eco-friendly behavior and sustainable practices among religious adherents, aiming to achieve environmental sustainability and mitigate the effects of climate change, including natural calamities, water scarcity, and agricultural losses. Religious moral consciousness roots this pro-environmental mentality, encouraging intermittent behavioral modifications that we should collectively implement. This method creates a "middle way" for addressing environmental issues caused by climate change. It involves adopting a balanced approach to utilizing nature, practicing moderate consumption, and promoting environmental sustainability and protection through collective action.
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