Environmental philosophy

All you want to know about Environmental philosophy

Environmental philosophy is a branch of philosophy that is concerned with the natural environment and humans' place within it.^[1] It includes environmental ethics, environmental aesthetics, ecofeminism & environmental theology.^[2] Some of the main areas of interest for environmental philosophers are:

Defining environment and nature
How to value the environment
Moral status of animals and plants
Endangered species
Environmentalism and Deep Ecology
Aesthetic value of nature
Restoration of nature
Consideration of future generations ^[1]

References

^ ^a ^b Belshaw, Christopher (2001). Environmental Philosophy. Chesham: Acumen. ISBN 1902683218.
^ "International Association of Environmental Philosophy". Retrieved on 2008-07-30.

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