Why Ecology Matters: Understanding the Global Environmental Crisis

Why Ecology Matters: Understanding the Global Environmental Crisis

ByHelena Brasil

In recent years, the world has been witnessing an environmental crisis that threatens the balance of life on Earth. Climate change, deforestation, pollution, and biodiversity loss are some of the most pressing issues we face. Yet, despite their critical nature, these challenges are often misunderstood or overlooked in our daily lives. Understanding the role of…

Eco-Diplomacy: The Break Between Eco-Malthusianism and the Brundtland Report

Eco-Diplomacy: The Break Between Eco-Malthusianism and the Brundtland Report

ByHelena Brasil

The global environmental crisis demands articulated responses that reconcile different perspectives on the use of natural resources, population growth, and sustainable development. At the heart of this debate are two approaches that have shaped environmental thought: Eco-Malthusianism, which emphasizes the rigid limits of planetary capacity, and the Brundtland Report, which introduced the concept of sustainability…