Species Unite Drew Pendergrass: Half Earth Socialism
Jul 7, 2022
Drew Pendergrass, a Harvard PhD student in environmental engineering and co-author of Half-Earth Socialism, dives into radical solutions to combat climate change and extinction. He highlights the surprising resistance to abolishing animal agriculture, which consumes vast land yet contributes little to nutrition. The conversation shifts to the transformative potential of rewilding and global veganism. Plus, learn about an engaging video game that educates players on these critical issues, blending fun with eco-consciousness.
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Pushback Against Animal Agriculture
- Animal agriculture is a significant contributor to environmental problems, yet it faces substantial resistance.
- This resistance is puzzling, considering its non-foundational nature, unlike fossil fuels.
Collaboration on Half-Earth Socialism
- Drew Pendergrass, an environmental engineer, and Troy Vettese, an environmental historian, collaborated on "Half-Earth Socialism."
- Their collaboration began after Pendergrass read Vetesse's article linking land use and climate change.
Half-Earth Concept
- "Half-Earth Socialism" draws inspiration from E.O. Wilson's "Half-Earth" concept, advocating for preserving half the Earth for non-human life.
- This is crucial to mitigate the sixth mass extinction, linked to habitat loss, and requires systemic change.
