God gave us the responsibility

Then the Lord God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to tend and keep it. (Genesis 2:15 NKJV)

 God gave us the responsibility to take care of His creation, that’s the main factor that has motivated me to be more ecologically mindful.
 When it comes to the environment and climate change, it’s easy to mentally block out the topic entirely and decide that there’s nothing we can do about it—or foist the responsibility on someone else, relieving ourselves of the obligation.
 Looking at our world and the damage the environment has sustained can lead to feelings of sadness, discouragement, and even fear. It’s also human nature to say: “Send my brother” or “Let the government or big corporations do it. They have the means and the money. It’s their responsibility
 Positive action is potent, and contagious. Even small actions like turning off lights, not letting the faucet run, or taking shorter showers can make a difference and a better world for us and our children and future generations.
 Actions speak louder than words, and change begins at home.
 And let’s not forget that taking care of the environment is also being kind to the people around us. An encouraging word to the man that tends to the municipal green areas and flowerbeds, a hearty thank-you to the lady that has to graciously handle the difficult personalities in a public hospital line, a kind greeting to the man cleaning the public bathroom of a mall. Let’s be the change we want to see. —Gabriel García Valdivieso [1]

 At first, I thought I was fighting to save rubber trees. Then, I thought I was fighting to save the Amazon rainforest. Now, I realize I am fighting for humanity. —Chico Mendes (1944-1988)

[1] Activated An Ecological Grain of Sand