The pluralistic connection : the philosophies of deep ecologist Arne Naess and ecofeminist Karen Warren : an honors thesis (HONRS 499)

Abstract

Deep ecology and ecofeminism are two environmental ethics that question modem, mainstream environmental values. Deep ecologist Arne Naess addresses how modem environmental though may be shifted from the "shallow" (human-centered), to the "deep" (where all of nature has intrinsic value). Ecofeminist Karen Warren sees a connection between the domination of women and the domination of nature and argues against the "logic of domination." Although there is disagreement between many deep ecology and ecofeminist philosophers, Naess and Warren hold positions that seem to be compatible. Pluralism is key in the compatibility of the philosophies of Naess and Warren.