Imagine Sisyphus Using Paper Straws - The Absurdity of Environmental Ethics
by Zhihanna Liu
Independent
4 Pages
Posted: 1 May 2024
Abstract
This paper explores the intersection of absurdism and environmental ethics through the lens of Albert Camus' essay "The Myth of Sisyphus". It demonstrates the ethical imperative of environmentally conscious behavior in the struggle to preserve the natural world for future generations. Despite the seemingly insignificant impact of individual actions against the vastness of environmental degradation, they symbolize rebellion against the acceptance of ecological destruction as inevitable. By embracing responsibility and agency, individuals can contribute to the broader movement toward ecological sustainability.
Keywords: absurdism, environmental ethics, philosophy, Albert Camus, responsibility, sustainability, existentialism, individual agency, rebellion