Ending the domination of nature

Life on Earth is in precipitous decline due to the behavior of human societies. As a species our numbers and consumption have displaced countless other species, stealing their habitat and persecuting them without limit. We behave toward nature as if it were our colony and become outraged when it is suggested that the Earth and its life are not ours to subjugate. Yet colonialism does not end well. Conservation is failing to check both causes and symptoms of the decline in the rich variety of living systems on Earth. It must become much more effective. The purpose of these papers is to suggest ways to do so; to fundamentally transform human societies as the IPBES says we urgently must.

Automated summary

Human societies' behavior is causing a steep decline in life on Earth. Conservation efforts are failing to address the root causes of this decline in biodiversity and must become more effective. Fundamental changes in human societies are urgently needed.