Categorii: Tot - colonialism - inequality - perspectives - fossil

realizată de Cecilia Clemens 11 zile în urmă

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Anthropocene: The Age of Humanity

The concept of the Anthropocene emphasizes the significant impact of human activity on the planet, particularly since the rise of industrialization and colonialism after 1450. This period is marked by substantial increases in fossil fuel consumption and pollution, primarily driven by wealthier nations.

Anthropocene: The Age of Humanity

Anthropocene: The Age of Humanity

Ways to reverse or slow the tide

Switching to more indigenous perspectives - "Exchanging perspectives

After the rise of the steam engine

The effects of humanity on the Earth define the cliamte
Huge increases in fossil fuel consumption

Different theories contrasting

Areas of inequality bear the brunt of climate change
Using feminist theories

Capitalocene

The wealthier countries create more pollution
Wealthier countries gain wealth while continuously depleting poorer countries resources
Starts after 1450, characterized by colonialism