A good collaboration between traditional authorities, festival organizing team and environmentalists would result in a fruitful festival program pregnant with environmentally friendly activities.
I think that the relationship between two conflicting parties cannot meet at a common point because they are parallel lines, and the next will show what I mean by it.
The ozone hole, climate change (global warming ......), pollution, desertification and biodiversity ....... are of interest to the international community in its government and non- governmental sectors. Unfortunately, many government agencies still stand stubbornly on the one hand and the justification for not being involved In the form of destruction of the ecosystem, but the most marginal and not weighty at the level of any decision are the poor developing countries, while the developed countries are not importance of these international environmental forums, which represents the throwing of ashes in the eyes and laughter on the chin ? Here I ask a two-dimensional question: Are these environmental issues really dangerous or is it just a whirlwind in a cup to repel public opinion on major issues (Development)? A good example of Indira Gandhi's slogan is: "Poverty is the biggest polluter of the environment”.
On the other hand, why should multinationals be relieved of their prominent role in these environmental crises by saying that the achievement of their subsidiaries worldwide takes into account the environmental data of the host country?
How can we also illustrate the exploitation of the economic and social vulnerability of some poor countries by dumping toxic waste in the hope of obtaining a food from rich countries to overcome hunger and exploit the political disasters in which these countries are floundering?
Identify the traditional stakeholders/authorities needed and create a link, Learn about the protocol required to meet them and prepare your good talk or proposal. If possible communicate with fine pictures of what you are planning to do. Lay more emphasis on the advantages of your project to the people and finally discuss how it could be financed. If it involves money, be the first to donate no-matter how small.
I think that the relationship between two conflicting parties cannot meet at a common point because they are parallel lines, and the next will show what I mean by it.
The ozone hole, climate change (global warming ......), pollution, desertification and biodiversity ....... are of interest to the international community in its government and non- governmental sectors. Unfortunately, many government agencies still stand stubbornly on the one hand and the justification for not being involved In the form of destruction of the ecosystem, but the most marginal and not weighty at the level of any decision are the poor developing countries, while the developed countries are not importance of these international environmental forums, which represents the throwing of ashes in the eyes and laughter on the chin ? Here I ask a two-dimensional question: Are these environmental issues really dangerous or is it just a whirlwind in a cup to repel public opinion on major issues (Development)? A good example of Indira Gandhi's slogan is: "Poverty is the biggest polluter of the environment”.
On the other hand, why should multinationals be relieved of their prominent role in these environmental crises by saying that the achievement of their subsidiaries worldwide takes into account the environmental data of the host country?
How can we also illustrate the exploitation of the economic and social vulnerability of some poor countries by dumping toxic waste in the hope of obtaining a food from rich countries to overcome hunger and exploit the political disasters in which these countries are floundering?
The authorities are conscious and put their attention when there is some calamity happen in their concerning region. Generally, the authorities are busy in routine office/public dealings which make them ignorant to some extent, towards the happenings of the natural system of the hydrosphere, climate, mining, environment etc. The hurricane, tsunami, earthquake, flood, and other mega geohazards make them attentive (for short time) and urge them to plan some mitigation work.
Slowly and gradually the two conflicting parties have met at common point. Frontier mentality is now changed to Sustainable mentality and it is possible to have liaison with traditional authorities to accomplish dear Dickson's objectives.
The concept of sustainable development is the concept of needs and limitations imposed by technology and society on environment’s ability to meet the present and future needs. The concept provides a frame work for the integration of the environmental policies and development strategies. The development should not endanger the natural systems that support life on earth.
Many industries today operate with “frontier mentality” This kind of mentality is also called as “human-centered” view. The philosophy of such people is founded on wrong assumptions as under:
The world has infinite nature of resources for human consumption
Humans are different entity from environment
Environment should be overcome by humans
With this mentality of negative attitude towards the environment the advancement in Science and technology increased the human ability to use the earth’s resources and continuously increased the damage.
Since last two to three decades there is environmental awareness. People know that we belong to the ‘world of finite nature of resources’. The constant exploitation of the nature for material consumption can only bring danger leading to climate change and extinct of human life on the earth.
Hence the concept of sustainable development leads us to new resource consumption strategies. The people with the sustainable attitude towards nature want balance between ‘ecology’ and ‘economy’. They rely upon the basic ideas that
Excessive use of the natural resources should be reduced and should be conserved
Recycling and reuse of the materials and
More use of renewable energy resources like solar energy rather than non-renewable resources like oil, petroleum and coal.
The philosophy of sustainable development aims at meeting the basic needs of all downtrodden and deprived people in this world, the opportunities to satisfy their desires and needs for “the good life”. This can overcome the problems of poverty and lead to conservative approach. Further it is a fact that the people in the world are living longer and the global population is on the constant rise.
With the green buildings and smart cities concept , I am confident that all traditional authorities will start using eco-friendly material because environmental resources are common.
I am so grateful to you my dear friends Professors Sheth, Aparna, Humberto, Kirk, Babalola, Abiodun, Jahangir, & Esraa for your great support, contributions and insights that you have offered on the subject. Thank you so much. Best regards
Expects from both angles can collaborative on joint research project to establish effective ways orthodox concepts such as taboos can used to ameliorate environmental issues.