A Continuum of Responsibility: An Examination of the Human Right to a Healthy Environment of Present and Future Generations

Key Points

• The concept of intergenerational responsibility emphasizes the moral obligation to protect the environment for future generations.
• Environmental sustainability is framed as a human right, underscoring the essential link between rights and ecological integrity.
• The analysis draws on ecological ethics to propose comprehensive solutions for current environmental issues across societies and generations.
• This inquiry highlights the urgent need for policy changes that prioritize climate justice and equitable resource distribution.