Silent Spring Reflection

ENE 413-ENVIRONMENTAL ETHICS
Name: Marianie V. Vicente Date Submitted: October 13, 2023

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"Reflections on 'Silent Spring' by Rachel Carson: Nature's Delicate

Balance and the Call to Environmental Responsibility"
Rachel Carson's Silent Spring is a book that has the power to affect anyone who reads it. The
book is a tool to let us see the importance of taking care of our planet. Several thoughts
occurred to me when I thought of the themes and messages that were conveyed in this book.
First of all, this book tells us about the delicate balance in the natural world. Rachel Carson's
arguments are compelling, pointing out that any action we take will have consequences that
affect ecosystems not just for the organism but also for other life forms on Earth.
The aim of this book is to raise awareness amongst the public about how dangerous
pesticides can be if they are not dealt with or used properly. In addition, it advocates the
importance of environmental policies to protect our planet.
We are reminded of the power of collective action in "Silent Spring." Carson's work has had a
pivotal role in mobilizing popular opinion, which ultimately led to the eradication of DDT and
the creation of an environmental agency EPA. It illustrates that individuals can play an
important role in influencing policies and shaping the future of sustainability when they
come together to promote change.
As I think about the book, I've been reminded how we still have a lot of work to do in
protecting our environment. As a promising environmental engineer, it's my responsibility to
advocate for awareness concerning issues like pesticide use, habitat loss, climate change,
and biodiversity loss. The message from this book asks us to take a stand on the matter.
Being environmental engineer, we're going to have to be the one who takes a little step
because I believe that small steps lead to great results. There are also significant and
important accomplishments to be achieved every little step we take. So, let's take this book
and make a point of advocating change. Because there is no choice but to advocate change
in order to protect our planet, for we owe this responsibility to the generations that will
follow.
“Reflections on ‘An Inconvenient Truth’: Did the Planet Betray Us or Are We the One Who
Betrays the Planet?”
An Inconvenient Truth documentary tells us that we people are the ones who causing global
warming. It has a powerful and heartwarming message to us especially since we face now
the issue of global warming. We people must know that our planet today needs us, call us to
take action about this matter before it's too late.
The film serves as hope and inspiration, it tells us that if we people will be united to come
together with shared responsibility, we can take meaningful steps to address this global
warming issue. Yes, it's not easy to take these steps but these steps had a significant impact
if we people acknowledge the importance of solving this issue. I believe it is essential if we
have to act together to solve this crisis.
The "An Inconvenient Truth" also speaks to our ability to adapt and innovate. This shows us
that we people have the power to build a more sustainable, harmonious world when faced
with inconvenient truths. It calls for action and reminds us that change is possible when we
understand the truth and work together in pursuit of a brighter future.
An Inconvenient Truth film portrayed whether the planet betrayed us or we are the ones who
betrayed our lovely planet. It is a powerful reminder that we are in the midst of a critical
crossroads in the battle against climate change. According to Jonathan Schell, ‘Every person
is the right person to act. Every moment is the right way to begin.’ By that sayings I believe
that it is in our hands to create a positive change, we people have a significant role in
making sustainable choices and coming together to protect the earth for current and most
especially for future generations.

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ENE 413-ENVIRONMENTAL ETHICS

Name: Marianie V. Vicente Date Submitted: October 13, 2023

"Reflections on 'Silent Spring' by Rachel Carson: Nature's Delicate

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