If it is true that we can knowingly do something that might harm future generations but are helpless to altering the course of that impact, then:
A) this cancels out every obligation we might have toward them.
B) we are justified in continuing that action as if we didn't know the consequence.
C) we may be obligated to compensate or help them deal with some of the problems and harms we are passing on to them.
D) None of the above

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Even if we cannot alter the course of an impact, knowing the potential harm obligates us to consider ways to mitigate or compensate for the harm to future generations.

If It Is True That We Can Knowingly Do Something