Problem 1: This week the main idea I would like you to consider is that of the role of humans in the "natural" world. Do you think of yourself as part of nature or separate from nature? Also consider what humanity's role is in preserving the natural world. The first article states "The arguments for maintaining biodiversity are usually based on survival, economics or ethics." Do you think that this should be a balance of all three, just two, or only one? Why?
Article: Have humans evolved beyond nature - and do we even need it?
Problem 2: The article asks the question: "If, or rather when, we have the power to change anything, what would we not change? What do you think is a good balance of what humanity has built and accomplished now worth keeping, and how do we accomplish that while still making a difference in mitigating the disastrous effects of climate change?