Political Ethics and Addressing Global Environmental Issues: A Green Political Philosophy Perspective
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This article presents an analysis of the relationship between political ethics and addressing global environmental issues through the lens of green political philosophy. The study covers key concepts of green politics, including ecological sustainability, environmental justice, public participation, and long-term impact consideration. The article explores the application of these concepts at the policy, legal, educational, international cooperation, and local community levels. Furthermore, it analyzes the challenges and limitations in implementing these ideas, such as conflicts with short-term economic interests, the complexity of global environmental problems, and cultural and political differences. The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of developing balanced and flexible approaches to applying green political ethics in order to address global environmental issues effectively and sustainably.
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