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Deep Ecology. Jon Averill PA395. Deep Ecology. Called for new ecological paradigm that will replace the dominant mechanistic paradigm of the past 300 years. Based on a Norwegian philosopher Arne Naess’ 1973 Article “The Shallow and the Deep, Long-Range Ecology Movement”. Deep Ecology.
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Deep Ecology Jon Averill PA395
Deep Ecology • Called for new ecological paradigm that will replace the dominant mechanistic paradigm of the past 300 years. • Based on a Norwegian philosopher Arne Naess’ 1973 Article “The Shallow and the Deep, Long-Range Ecology Movement”
Deep Ecology • Notion that the reform of environmentalism in the 70’s dealt only with the legal and institution fixes for pollution and resource depletion • Notion that fundamental changes in human relations with nonhuman nature need to take place.
Deep Ecology Arne Naess’ Principles of Deep Ecology • Rejection on man-in-environment image in favor of the relation, total field image. • Biospherical egalitarianism • Principles of diversity and of symbiosis • Anti-class posture • Fight against pollution and resource depletion. • Complexity, not complication. • Local autonomy and decentralization.
Deep Ecology • Principles of Deep Ecology • Bill Devall – Sociologist • George Sessions – Philosopher • New metaphysics with humans in nature – not above it. • New psychology – or philosophy – total intermingling of person with planet. • Human carrying capacity • Ecocentric vs. homocentric ethic • Ecologically-based science promotes sense of human place in nature. Design with nature.
Deep Ecology • a philosophy based on our sacred relationship with Earth and all beings • an international movement for a viable future • a path for self realization • a compass for daily action Deep Ecology is: • continuing inquiry into the appropriate human roles on our planet • root cause analysis of unsustainable practices • reduction of human consumption • conservation and restoration of ecosystems • a life of committed action for Earth Deep Ecology Supports: http://www.deep-ecology.org/