Many countries around the world have witnessed colossal growth over the past several years and momentous changes have been the bedrock of all-around progress. These developments which are often publicised as a cure for all worldly afflictions often come with many nemeses in their wake- chief among them would be: depleting natural resources. Most people would not find it shocking, if this trend were to heighten in the coming years, considering the current trajectory of the modern world. in this scenario, it becomes ever so relevant to discuss the causes that lie behind the spreading of menace, the resulting as well as the remedial measures that could help stop the problem in its tracks.