Intergenerational Solidarity and the Common Good: A Faith-Based Approach to Environmental Justice and Social Justice

The world is loaded with natural resources that have played a paramount role in achieving remarkable global development. From transforming forested areas into industrial zones, residential communities, and agricultural lands to extracting minerals that advance technology and improve the quality of human life, these resources have become indispensable. However, this rapid pace of development has not occurred without significant detrimental effects on the environment. The irrational exploration of natural resources has left many rivers contaminated with harmful chemicals, threatening the lives of local communities and other living creatures that depend on these ecosystems for sustenance. In response to these challenges, this research aims to address the ongoing environmental crisis and social injustices by drawing insights from Sacred Scripture and Pope Francis’ papal encyclical Laudato Si’. The study will trace the root causes o f these injustices while emphasizing humanity’s original responsibility as stewards of creation. It will highlight how individuals, particularly Christians, can act responsibly to utilize natural resources in a sustainable manner-ensuring their preservation for future generations. This balanced approach seeks to foster mutual benefit: enjoying t.