Philosophy of Environmental Ethics

Wilfrid Laurier University

southwestern ontario, on, Canada
Full-time
Posted June 15, 2026

Job Description

Explore contemporary philosophical frameworks addressing environmental concerns in this PhD-level course. Key discussions encompass ethics, deep ecology, and sustainability principles.
This advanced course delves into various philosophies surrounding environmental issues, including ecofeminism, radical ecology, and the Green movement. PhD candidates will critically analyze concepts like domination, stakeholder analysis, and biophilia, driving a rich understanding of how these elements impact our approach to nature and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
• Study philosophical approaches to environmental issues
• Analyze central concepts such as domination and biophilia
• Engage with topics like deep ecology and ecofeminism
• Evaluate the Green movement and sustainability practices
• Discuss stakeholders' roles in ecological frameworks
Requirements:
• PhD in Philosophy required
• Focus on areas of specialization in environmental ethics
• Strong analytic...