Buddhism, Risk Society, and Environment

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.48075/ijerrs.v5i2.32264

Abstract

Abstract: The environmental crisis, primarily caused by long periods of exploitation of natural resources, pollution generated by industries, and the amount of waste discarded worldwide, has grown significantly. Faced with excessive consumerism, new paradigms based on sustainable development must be created, as the risks of modernity also bring reflexivity regarding the crisis. The objective of this work, based on a systematic theoretical review, aims to explore new horizons for planet protection and reducing risks for society by reflecting on the correlation between Buddhism and the environment. Thus, it is evident that to bring about a change in human thought and behavior, transforming consumers into citizens aware that they are part of the web of life, environmental education and Buddhism can assist, as they advocate ethics and the collective good, serving as instruments in the transformation of increasingly reflective and altruistic individuals.

Keywords: Environmental Education; Risk; Society; Consumerism; Environment.

Published

21-12-2023

How to Cite

GONZALEZ, A. C.; BIAZUS LEAL , M.; BOTTI CAPELLARI, M. Buddhism, Risk Society, and Environment. International Journal of Environmental Resilience Research and Science, [S. l.], v. 5, n. 2, 2023. DOI: 10.48075/ijerrs.v5i2.32264. Disponível em: https://e-revista.unioeste.br/index.php/ijerrs/article/view/32264. Acesso em: 17 may. 2024.