New Books in Animal Studies Wendy Lynne Lee, "This is Environmental Ethics: An Introduction" (John Wiley & Sons, 2022)
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Apr 26, 2023 Wendy Lynne Lee, a Professor of Philosophy at Bloomsburg University, dives into the urgent need for environmental ethics in addressing the climate crisis. She introduces the concept of the 'Kleptocene,' emphasizing the unique moral challenges we face today. Lee explores the intersections of sentience, bioethics, and environmental justice, drawing parallels with the Flint crisis. She critiques radical ecocentrism and advocates for a responsible, human-centered approach, blending philosophy with aesthetic experiences to envision a sustainable future.
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Colorado Childhood Shaped Her Ethic
- Wendy Lynne Lee recounts growing up in Colorado and developing a deep love for nature through hiking and mountain climbing.
- She connects that early exposure to her lifelong commitment to environmental and species welfare.
Philosophy Needs Scientific Grounding
- Lee argues philosophy and science must collaborate to ground environmental ethics in accurate facts and concepts.
- She links scientific knowledge of ecosystems and zoonoses to morally credible environmental decisions.
Climate Crisis Requires Global Politics
- Climate change is uniquely global and demands international cooperation and hard political choices.
- Lee calls our epoch the 'Kleptocene' where capitalist resource theft accelerates ecological collapse.
