Abstract

This paper aims to show the closer link exists between the natural environment and economic development It argues environment is a foundation for economic development It is obvious that nature provides us with natural resources by which we humans can satisfy our desires But the problem is humans go beyond a limit and intervene in nature The concentration of carbon dioxide has increased since the pre-industrial era primarily due to the combustion of fossil fuels and deforestation Environmental degradation and environmental change have therefore threatened people s health physical security material needs and social cohesion Therefore improper exploitation of natural resources and unlimited intervention in the natural environment jeopardizes the sustainability of any development