Respecting nature is a religious duty, as indicated by the Quran. Humans should strive to protect the environment.
In the Holy Quran, the importance of respecting and preserving nature is alluded to indirectly and implicitly. Allah has instructed humanity through various verses to protect His creations and be diligent in maintaining the environment. For instance, in Surah Al-An'am, verse 38, it states: "There is no creature on earth, nor a bird that flies with its wings, but they are communities like you." This verse illustrates that all of God's creations share similar needs and desires, and humans are obligated to respect them. Additionally, in Surah An-Nisa, verse 30, Allah explicitly mentions that humans should not commit injustice against themselves or other creatures. Disrespecting nature and causing harm can be considered a form of injustice. In Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 205, Allah points out that some people engage in corruption on the earth and are called to refrain from such actions. These verses and many others signify the necessity of respecting and preserving nature as a religious duty. Moreover, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) has stated in various hadiths about the importance of environmental care, tree-planting, and providing water for creatures. Thus, it appears that respecting nature and taking care of it is not only a religious obligation but also a social necessity.
And there is no creature on earth, nor a bird that flies with its wings, but they are communities like you.
And do not kill yourselves. Indeed, Allah is ever Merciful to you.
And when it is said to them, 'Follow what Allah has revealed,' you see them turning away in aversion.
Once upon a time in a beautiful forest, there was a little bird named Kookab. Every day, he sang to the trees and played with the flowers. One day, he noticed that humans were hurting the forest and cutting down trees. Kookab decided to gather all the other birds to raise their voices to the humans. They sang beautiful songs to remind people that nature should be preserved. Their small act encouraged humans to think and respect the forest. Over time, the forest became alive and vibrant again.