Do scientist have environmental responsibilities beyond other citizen?

Question

Do scientist have environmental responsibilities beyond other citizen?

Answer 1

Person having more knowledge of a problem, ofcourse will have more responsibility to solve the issue than any other citizen.

A scientist has a better understanding to the issue and his research could contribute to problem solving.

Answer 2

Since scientists are more knowledgeable and have better insights to the real-life problems, they are seen as more responsible in thinking and providing feasible solutions to the larger public.