Let's focus on a better today!

Many believe it is important to preserve the environment for a better tomorrow. But what's the use of that? Let's just focus on getting the most out of today and let tomorrow's people worry about tomorrow. Millions of people spend their time and money on things to help the environment and they probably won't even be alive to see the results! What a waste! We should invest our money into using all the resources we can get out of the earth in the present so mankind can live to its fullest potential. Technology is advancing anyway, right? The future will be able to find its own resources. Some people might say that we are all eventually going to be part of the future. Although this is true, as aforementioned, with advancements in science and technology, we should not have to worry. Scientists are working on it.
Recycling is time consuming anyway. You have to get a separate bin and everything and bins aren't free. If you're not worried about yourself, think about others! People at recycling centers have to sort through all the recyclables; that must cost them a lot of time. Also, think about how many poor children you could feed with the money you use to buy recycling bins. If we just threw everything away, it would be a lot easier for everyone. Everything would just be burned up and taken care of. There might be some gases released from that but it's not like it's that noticeable. Take a deep breath right now. Do you feel like your inhaling anything harmful? Chances are the answer is no. This is because the human body is very adaptive and we tend not to notice certain stimuli after a period of time. Scientific studies and facts prove this phenomenon.
If you're worried about the animals, then don't! Survival of the fittest! The best of the best will survive and evolve resulting in stronger future generations and it would be foolish not to help strengthen the future.
If you look at the big picture and take into account all the factors, helping to "save" the environment really isn't worth all the money and time. Our environment is fine the way it is.