The ethics of automotive environmental pollution control in Ecuador

Abstract

In a global aspect, there is evidence of an increase in environmental pollution, one of the most notable causes being: vehicles. These being one of the most common means of transport for being effective for mobility, in turn, generate negative effects on the environment through the release of different amounts of carbon dioxide and the use of petroleum derivatives for its operation. The objective of this research is to determine the ethics in the pollution control of the automotive fleet in Ecuador. Applying a qualitative methodology through the bibliographic review of different sources. The main result is that vehicular pollution is getting worse and worse to the point of endangering the environment and in turn the human being. Pollution regulators should put more emphasis on complying with the provisions, rules or regulations that are in force in Ecuador. In conclusion, pollution on the automotive industry is one of the biggest problems worldwide due to the different factors involved in the creation and use of a vehicle, however, it is a necessary evil in the daily life of the human being that can be replaced. for other less harmful alternatives. Environmental ethics emphasizes the care of the environment because apart from the human being there are other living beings inhabiting the planet earth.