Energy, Society and Morals
- 1 October 1997
- journal article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Journal of Human Values
- Vol. 3 (2) , 193-206
- https://doi.org/10.1177/097168589700300206
Abstract
The present trend of resource depletion and environmental destruction is related to a lack of morals in society. Available tools like exergy, ecology and democracy are ignored. This not only makes us unaware of reality but also of the possibilities of avoiding a catastrophe. Instead, economics and politics are often based on myths. The most dangerous threat to humankind is new, unknown diseases, fostered by environmental pollution. This knowledge is suppressed. The author concludes that too much attention has been given to the body of society, that is, its metabolism. Therefore, the focus should now be directed to the soul of society, especially morals and love.Keywords
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