This Is No Way to Be Human

This Is No Way to Be Human

1/20/2022

link

https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2022/01/machine-garden-natureless-world/621268/

summary

This article discusses the concept of a 'machine garden' and the idea of creating nature in a technological world. It explores the role and influence of technology in shaping our relationship with nature and how the increasing artificiality of our environment impacts our well-being. The article highlights various examples of urban spaces and buildings that incorporate technology to mimic or simulate natural elements, such as artificial trees or virtual reality nature experiences. It also raises questions about the potential benefits and drawbacks of relying on technology to provide us with nature-like experiences. Ultimately, the article prompts readers to contemplate the future of nature in an increasingly technological society.

tags

environmental awareness ꞏ immersive experiences ꞏ nature simulation ꞏ modern society ꞏ ethics ꞏ future of environment ꞏ technology and ecology ꞏ urbanization ꞏ technology ꞏ human impact ꞏ sustainable development ꞏ ecological balance ꞏ ecological ethics ꞏ technological advancement ꞏ automation ꞏ artificial ecosystems ꞏ synthetic biology ꞏ ecosystem management ꞏ technological progress ꞏ sustainability ꞏ human relationship with nature ꞏ bioengineering ꞏ technological solutions ꞏ technological utopia ꞏ harmonious coexistence ꞏ ecological resilience ꞏ ecological restoration ꞏ virtual environments ꞏ artificial intelligence ꞏ environmental impact ꞏ ecological consciousness ꞏ machine learning ꞏ techno-optimism ꞏ ecological crisis ꞏ virtual reality ꞏ human connection ꞏ biodiversity ꞏ future of nature ꞏ digital landscapes ꞏ human-machine interaction ꞏ digital transformation ꞏ eco-consciousness ꞏ human nature ꞏ virtual nature ꞏ conservation ꞏ robotics ꞏ augmented reality ꞏ ecological footprint ꞏ future technology ꞏ digitalization ꞏ nature preservation ꞏ nature reimagined