There are two views often expounded relative to the environment: (1) Greater production means greater pollution (economic and ecological considerations are incompatible); and (2)

the state (federal and state governments) has the exclusive responsibility to solve environ¬

mental problems and see that sustainable development is supported.

Required:

1. Explain why the first view is more of a myth than reality. In offering this explanation, give explicit reasons for your position.

2. What is sustainable development? Should the state have exclusive environmental re¬

sponsibility for solving environmental problems and ensuring sustainable develop¬

ment? If not, what role should it play?