April 10, 2009

What is Ecology?

What is ecology?
Literally, it is an academic field, developing into a way of thinking in harmony with nature. Green, ecology, sustainability are frequently mixed up concepts, which I think are too easily used these days.

From an Ecotwaza point of view, ecology (or "eco" in Japanese) is:
Actions stemming from the perception that humans are living within the natural cycle.

It is based on "perception", or philosophy of how to position yourself in this world, resulting in specific "action". However great dream you have about an eco-friendly way of living, it will not move on unless you take action. On the other hand, even if you are using eco-friendly goods for your everyday life, it means so less unless you have ever thought about the reasons, effects, philosophy.

There seems to be no concrete definition to the word ecology, but I hope our idea can be a base to your understanding of this vocab.

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