Accidental Gods

Laws of Nature, Laws with Nature: Nature on Board with Alexandra Pimor of the Earth Law Center

Jan 21, 2026
Alexandra Pimor, Director of the Nature Governance Agency at the Earth Law Center, is passionate about integrating nature into corporate governance. She discusses innovative concepts like having a non-executive nature director on boards and emphasizes the need to speak as the web of life. Alexandra highlights the importance of using life and death as witnesses for decision-making, and how small, intentional actions can create significant ripples of change. Her insights challenge businesses to prioritize ecological values while navigating the complex landscape of capitalism.
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INSIGHT

Conscious Governance Roots

  • Alexandra Pimor developed a theory of conscious governance from European integration research that informed her nature-on-board work.
  • She sees governance as involving spiritual/cultural consciousness, not just economics and security.
ANECDOTE

How Faith In Nature Onboarded Nature

  • Faith in Nature invited Earth Law Center to give nature a board voice and tested making nature a CEO or non-executive director.
  • Alexandra joined as a nature proxy and learned practice by attending the board's first meetings.
ADVICE

Start By Observing, Not Speaking

  • Don't speak for nature; speak as nature and clarify your mandate and limits before acting.
  • Begin with observation and questions to let the role gain flesh and meaning within the organization.
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