I’m not convinced any of it is really that good. Ultimately, we’re just a bunch of animals who think we’re better than all the rest without a great deal of evidence. I’m not saying we couldn’t be, but, some select individuals aside (some of whom you name), I’m of the opinion we’re pretty much a negative for this planet. On the plus side, when we wipe ourselves out (which seems more likely these days), give the planet a few centuries and it’ll right itself.