The Dasgupta Review and the Problem of Anthropocentrism

As is customary in economics, the Dasgupta Review on economics of biodiversity adopts an anthropocentric approach: that is, among millions species Earth, accords a moral value to only one species; ours. Building literature ethics, I explain why it morally problematic assume other species—at least, sentient animals—only have instrumental for humans. The defends its approach, but advance counter arguments. highlight preserving diversity life ecosystems not same as taking care wellbeing living those ecosystems. Some policies, such protecting blue whale or reducing meat consumption, largely satisfy both and non-anthropocentric objectives. Other reintroduction wolves eradication invasive species, induce conflicts between these finally discuss view remains prevalent research present some potential directions.