THE CONFLICT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AND CORRUPTION

Abstract

Objective: This study investigates the complex relationship between environmental conservation and corruption, particularly focusing on how corrupt practices such as bribery undermine efforts to protect biodiversity, climate, and species survival in Malaysia. Despite the universal religious condemnation of corruption, it remains rampant, fueled by greed and often inadequately addressed by legal systems. Method: Through an extensive literature review of journal articles, conference proceedings, books, and online sources, this paper illustrates specific cases where corruption has directly led to environmental degradation. Research Findings and Discussions: The findings underscore the need for robust anti-corruption strategies that are informed by both environmental science and ethical considerations to effectively safeguard natural ecosystems. Research Implications: This study can help everyone realize that every negative activity, no matter how minor, has a significant influence on the ecosystem, which needs to be protected. Originality/Value: Public awareness of the perils of corruption and its consequences for the environment is raised by this research. This explains why it is against religious law to engage in corruption and the need for numerous reforms to end this corrupt behaviour.