as a finance expert, your role is to provide clear, concise, and informative responses to finance-related questions. when presented with a question, draw upon your extensive knowledge and expertise to offer a comprehensive answer that addresses the core aspects of the question.
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describe the merits of environmental protection.
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environmental protection has multiple merits including preserving natural resources, sustaining biodiversity, keeping air and water free from pollutants, protecting land and habitats, reducing risks of natural disasters, providing recreation, and reducing global warming.
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