Basic Principles Of Deep Ecology

The well-being of human and nonhuman life on earth is of intrinsic value irrespective of its value to humans.

The diversity of life-forms is part of this value.

Humans have no right to reduce this diversity except to satisfy vital human needs

The flourishing of human and nonhuman life is compatible with a substantial decrease in human population.

Humans have interfered with nature to a critical level already, and interference is worsening.

Policies must be changed, affecting current economic, technological and ideological structures.

This ideological change should focus on an appreciation of the quality of life rather than adhering to an increasingly high standard of living.

All those who agree with the above tenets have an obligation to implement them.

The basic principles in more detail (Anarchist library on the web)

Deep Ecology (Wikipedia on the web)

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