Business Ethics within the Framework of Ethical Responsibility Implied by Environmental Protection Principles: Responsibility to Nature

Humans, as part of nature, have an ethical responsibility to protect and sustain it. Preserving natural resources and passing them on to future generations, halting environmental pollution and harm, conserving and enhancing environmental values, living in a healthy and clean environment, and combating climate change are among the responsibilities faced by contemporary humanity. In the implementation of this responsibility framework, the role of businesses is significant. Fulfilling this responsibility correctly requires conscientious use of natural resources and preservation of ecosystem balance. This study addresses the environmental responsibilities of businesses and ethical values related to the conservation of natural resources, emphasizing the relationship between environmental ethics and business ethics. Environmental ethics recognizes the value of nature and all life forms within it, guiding environmental policies and strategies based on principles such as justice, equality, and sustainability. Developing an environmentally sensitive business ethics requires companies to operate sustainably and in an environmentally friendly manner in accordance with international environmental protection principles. Preserving and sustaining nature is a reflection of ethical values and a responsibility for humans to balance their environmental impacts. The study focuses on developing a relationship between environmental ethics and business ethics. Utilizing the literature research methodology commonly used in social research methods, the study first focuses on environmental protection, environmental protection principles, environmental ethics and business ethics. It then analyzes the relationship between business ethics and environmental ethics. Within the framework of this theoretical review, the study discusses the importance of integrating business ethics with environmental values and argues that such integration is crucial for the protection of environmental values. The study emphasizes that in fulfilling their environmental responsibilities, businesses should make conscious use of natural resources and maintain the balance of ecosystems, thus contributing to the well-being of both nature and humanity.