Deep ecology

Deep ecology is a recent philosophy or ecosophy based on a shift away from the anthropocentric bias of established environmental and green movements. The philosophy is marked by a new interpretation of "self" which deemphasizes the rationalistic duality between the human organism and its environment, thus allowing emphasis to be placed on the intrinsic value of other species, systems and processes in nature. This position leads to an ecocentric system of environmental ethics. Deep ecology describes itself as "deep" because it asks complex spiritual questions about the role of human life in the ecosphere.

Notable advocates of deep ecology

• Thomas Berry
• Fritjof Capra
• Michael Dowd
• Warwick Fox
• Dolores LaChapelle
• Pentti Linkola
• Joanna Macy
• John Seed
• Jerry Mander
• Arne Næss
• George Sessions
• Gary Snyder
• Terence McKenna