Why do Earth Ethics matter?

The purpose of this Earth Ethics Discussion Forum is to promote the discussion of what Earth Ethics are and how to use them in our everyday life.

Although not limited to high school and college students, this “open source” project to help create and define Earth Ethics and it’s implementation, is primarily driven these young scholars.

Earth Ethics unlike traditional area of study — such as science, philosophy  or law– is not a recognized academic discipline.  But Earth Ethics does draw upon english, math and science of all disciplines. Communication skills along with logic and debate are vital to this scientific method of peer reviewed journalism.  Students, teachers, faculty and administrators are encouraged to participate.

So…what are Earth Ethics? And why do Earth Ethics matter?