Скачать или смотреть Forum 033 | Aseem Shrivastava | How does Ecosophy Look at Sustainability?

"Whenever people agree with me, I always feel I must be wrong," Aseem Shrivastava quotes Oscar Wilde, setting the tone for his riveting critique of modern sustainability practices.

He reflects on his experiences in South Korea from over a decade ago, highlighting unexpected trends such as the disappearance of kitchens from homes due to high living costs, the widespread fascination with "Mukbang" videos where people find comfort and entertainment watching others eat, and the growing inclination towards international cuisines over locally sourced foods. Aseem argues that these phenomena exemplify the commercialisation of basic human activities and the commodification of natural resources, ultimately leading to the devaluation of the concept of "home."

Central to his discourse is the idea of "ecosophy," or the wisdom of the earth, coined by philosopher Raimon Panikkar. Have we truly mastered the art of living sustainably on our own planet? Aseem remarks that true sustainability ensures the well-being of the present without compromising the future – the solution is rooted in renewal and reciprocity.