Hyperobjects

Hyperobjects are extremely large or long-lasting things that influence our world in ways we often don’t immediately see or understand. They exist on a scale beyond individual perception, such as climate change, radioactive waste, or global pollution. These objects challenge our usual ways of thinking because they’re distributed across time and space, making their effects diffuse and complex. Recognizing hyperobjects helps us grasp the interconnectedness of environmental and societal issues, emphasizing that some problems require collective, long-term actions rather than immediate, isolated solutions.