So, realistically, humankind isn't getting any more responsible. If there is any chance of saving this planet for future generations, it's going to have to happen through some type of breakthroughs, allowing us to continue with our indulgent lifestyles, without causing as much damage. If anyone is going to figure it out, my money's on the Japanese, and maybe they're already part-way there! Plastic made without oil? http://inhabitat.com/2010/04/30/japanese-researchers-make-elastic-plastic-out-of-water/