Dr. Glenn Albrecht

Biography

Glenn Albrecht now serves as an Honorary Associate at the School of Geosciences, University of Sydney. He is a retired Professor of Sustainability from Walter Murdoch University, where he concluded his tenure in mid-2014. Renowned for his influential work as an environmental philosopher, Albrecht has made significant contributions to the field, authoring the book 'Earth Emotions' published by Cornell University Press in 2019, which has been translated into French and Spanish, with a Dutch edition expected in 2024. Albrecht's research focuses on the theme of psychoterratic states, which explores the emotional and psychological connections individuals have with the Earth. He is credited with introducing the concept of solastalgia, which encapsulates the distress associated with environmental change. His recent work further develops the idea of the Symbiocene, a proposed future state in which humanity reintegrates with nature. Albrecht is actively engaged in disseminating his ideas through numerous publications and public talks, contributing to a growing international dialogue on environmental philosophy and emotional landscapes. He continues his research and public engagement from his residence on Gundungurra land in the Blue Mountains of New South Wales, Australia, where he explores synergies between human creativity and ecological awareness.

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