Why is it important to respond to our environment?

[MaryAWright]

For my biology homework I have to answer the question: "Why is it important to respond to our environment?" Our teacher said to list as many as possible. But I can only think of one- so that we can protect ourselves when faced with dangers. What other reasons are there?

10 points for the best answer!
Thanks
the topic we are on is to do with the human body, so when the question says "environment" it doesnt mean wildlife etc but it means the things that are around us.

[MichelleBEnriquez]

Climate change will have significant negative consequences and we need to take responsibility for our carbon emissions. People have valuable environmental assets that we need to protect from the effects of climate change.

[Wealthy]

Luckily I'm Al Goore and duh its because man-bear-pig is going to inflict global warming in a way you cannot comprehend because you are an absent minded teenager whos role in life is to become just like me! =]

[JamesABixby]

Because it affects us.
And you are right about one thing...

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