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As with most arguments, this is a complex disagreement.

Environmentalists believe that it is a company's duty to preserve the environment. Even though a company might have to pay more, it should opt for using renewable energy, recyclable materials, or more efficient machinery.

However, economists believe that trying to minimize one's carbon footprint will be a financial disadvantage. They think that even though "green" techniques will benefit the environment, it will cost the company more, and it will lessen their profits.

Thus, as companies try to find the balance between environmentally-friendly and cost-efficient, environmentalists and economists continue to battle it out.

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