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

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