Environment and wellbeing: a false dichotomy

The document argues against the perceived dichotomy between the climate change movement and traditional environmentalism, stating that human well-being is inextricably linked to the health of natural systems.

• The author contends that the relationship between climate change efforts and traditional environmentalism is not an 'either/or' conflict, as human well-being relies on healthy ecosystems.
• Human existence and technological advancement are entirely dependent on natural systems, including air, water, food, and raw materials, necessitating the maintenance and restoration of these systems.
• While environmental health is critical, the author acknowledges the necessity of meeting human needs for decent living standards, including energy, mobility, and communications.

APA

Kuylenstierna, J. L. (2012). Environment and wellbeing: a false dichotomy. Stockholm Environment Institute. https://www.sei.org/perspectives/environment-wellbeing-false-dichotomy/

Chicago

Kuylenstierna, Johan L. Environment and wellbeing: a false dichotomy. Stockholm Environment Institute, 2012. https://www.sei.org/perspectives/environment-wellbeing-false-dichotomy/.

Wikipedia

{{cite press release |last1=Kuylenstierna |first1=Johan L. |title=Environment and wellbeing: a false dichotomy |publisher=Stockholm Environment Institute |date=27 June 2012 |url=https://www.sei.org/perspectives/environment-wellbeing-false-dichotomy/ |access-date=17 August 2026 |via=Climate Insights Directory}}

BibTeX

@misc{kuylenstierna2012environment, author = {Kuylenstierna, Johan L.}, title = {{Environment and wellbeing: a false dichotomy}}, publisher = {Stockholm Environment Institute}, year = {2012}, month = jun, url = {https://www.sei.org/perspectives/environment-wellbeing-false-dichotomy/}, urldate = {2026-08-17}, note = {Indexed by Climate Insights Directory} }