Jim Laurie has been a strong advocate that Bio4Climate be a “voice for all species.” In our courses and discussion groups we have explored what that means. This study from Nature delves into what that means when incorporated into policy discussions and how we might get there.
Larigauderie et al. claim that past biodiversity efforts have particularly overlooked socio-cultural drivers of the destruction of nature. The first is the separation of humans from nature and the domination of nature, which has shaped views, structures and practices that continue to exploit it.
“It is essential to view the conservation and restoration of biodiversity not only as a proactive investment in the human condition, but also as recognition of the reciprocal relationship between humans and non-humans.”
Posted: May 15, 2026