ecocentrism
[/ˌɛkoʊˈsɛntrɪzəm/]
noun
ecocentrismo
1. An environmental philosophy that places intrinsic value on all living organisms and ecosystems, rather than assigning value based on human utility or interests
Ecocentrism contrasts with anthropocentrism by rejecting the idea that nature exists primarily for human benefit.
O ecocentrismo contrasta com o antropocentrismo ao rejeitar a ideia de que a natureza existe principalmente para o benefício humano.
2. A worldview that considers ecosystems and nature as entities deserving moral consideration and rights independent of their value to humans
The conservation movement increasingly embraces ecocentrism to protect endangered species for their own sake.
O movimento conservacionista adota cada vez mais o ecocentrismo para proteger espécies ameaçadas pelo seu próprio valor.
Ecocentrism has gained prominence in Brazil due to the Amazon rainforest debates and indigenous land rights movements. In the USA, the term is central to environmental activism and academic environmental ethics. The philosophy challenges Western capitalist frameworks that treat nature as a commodity, making it particularly relevant in discussions about deforestation, climate change, and indigenous sovereignty in both countries.
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →