12. The Human Element: Why Care? Ethics: T he profit at any cost model used for generations has done irreversable damage to our ecosystems, it is a question of whether or not it is necissary or wise to take of our ecosystems and the species they harbor. Economics: - The initial impact and damaged caused by invasive species, such as zebra mussel or asian carp, can be a great detriment to all aspects of commerce and impair infrastructure. Quality of Life: Simply put, if invasive species continue to infiltrate and impact our ecosystems, the quality of nature and living in the surrounding areas will decrease.