Bioregionalism

Bioregionalism is a philosophy and movement that advocates for reorganising society around naturally defined “bioregions” rather than arbitrary political boundaries. Originating in 1970s California, it emerged at the intersection of deep ecology, alternative economics, and social ecology

Living within the ecological limits and boundaries of a place?

Theories of dwelling, terroir? Situatedness?

Promotes the use of local resources?

Taking the time to learn the limitatons and possibilities of a given place.

• [?] Can bioregionalism promote belonging without becoming exclusionary?
• [?] What are the implications of viewing bioregions as dynamic and relational rather than fixed entities (watersheds, etc.)?
• [&] See also: degrowth, stewardship?

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