I believe there is. Fear not folks, it doesn’t mean it’s the ikar of Yiddishkeit. But seems like many attack environmental concerns because it’s embraced more by a political party that they associate with atheism, whether consiously or not. Aside from saving money or protecting natural systems which we benefit from, it’s a Jewish value to try to use less or be less damaging when we can. It’s modesty, humility, and respect for what Hashem gives us. It shows a middah we value in every other aspect of life, so why not this? In the same vein, if there are things we can do to protect nature and ecosystems, why would we value short-term gain instead of appreciating it all and saving it if we can?
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