Ulrich Beck (sociologist)

Ulrich Beck was a sociologist known for his work on modern society and risk. He introduced the concept of the "risk society," describing how contemporary life increasingly involves managing global risks like pollution, climate change, and technological hazards. Beck argued that these risks are often uncertain and affect everyone, shaping social structures and politics. His ideas highlight how modernization creates new dangers that require new ways of thinking and cooperation, emphasizing the interconnectedness of society and the need for collective solutions to complex, global issues.