Val Plumwood

Val Plumwood was an Australian philosopher and ecofeminist known for her critical work on the relationships between gender, nature, and power. She highlighted how traditional philosophies often depict nature as something to dominate, which reinforces both environmental destruction and gender inequality. Plumwood argued for a more interconnected view, advocating for a respectful relationship with nature that recognizes its intrinsic value. Her work merges environmental ethics with feminist theory, emphasizing that addressing ecological issues requires challenging patriarchal structures and fostering a more inclusive, egalitarian approach to the environment.