Bioregionalism

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Bioregionalism
Basic Information
Aliases	BioReg
Alignment(s)	Non-Quadrant (Technically) Leftist Unity (Most of the time)  Environmentalists
Ideological Information
Influenced by:	Pan-Nationalism Radical Environmentalism Separatism
Notable people	Peter Berg (1937-2011) USA
Character Information
Likes	The Environment Bioregions Local purchasing
Dislikes	Homogeneous economies Anti-environmentalists Karens

Bioregionalism (shortened to BioReg) is an ideology that emphasizes the profound influence of a region’s climate, flora, fauna, and overall environment on the behavior, culture, and social structures of its communities. Rooted in Environmentalism, Bioregionalism advocates for sustainable practices that prioritize the well-being of both human and non-human life. It argues that economic systems should work in harmony with the environment, promoting stewardship and ecological balance to enhance the quality of life within these regions. Critically opposed to Capitalism, Bioregionalism contends that the capitalist focus on profit and free markets often leads to environmental degradation and the exploitation of natural resources, aligning more closely with Socialism in its critique of free markets and its emphasis on community and collective responsibility. Bioregionalists believe that economic practices should prioritize sustainability, community resilience, and social equity, rather than the pursuit of individual profit.

History

The history of Bioregionalism begins in the 1960s, during a period of significant social and environmental upheaval. It was during this time that Peter Berg, an influential environmental activist and member of the San Francisco Diggers, began to articulate ideas that would later crystallize into the Bioregionalism movement. Berg was deeply concerned about the impact of industrial society on the environment and the disconnection between modern life and the natural world. He envisioned an alternative way of organizing society, one that was rooted in the natural characteristics of the land rather than the arbitrary borders drawn by political and economic systems. Berg's ideas centered around the concept of "bioregions"—distinct areas defined by their unique ecological features, including climate, flora, fauna, and water systems. He argued that these natural boundaries should guide how communities organize themselves, as the environment plays a crucial role in shaping human behavior, culture, and social structures. According to Berg, recognizing and living in harmony with these bioregions would lead to more sustainable and ecologically balanced ways of life, in contrast to the environmental degradation often seen in industrial and capitalist societies.

Although Berg was a key figure in the development of Bioregionalism, the term itself was not coined until the 1970s by Allen Van Newkirk, who was also involved in the environmental movement. Van Newkirk formalized the ideology, giving it a name and helping to spread its principles more widely. Bioregionalism began to gain traction as a critique of both capitalism and the broader industrial economy, which were seen as exploitative and environmentally destructive. The movement called for a return to localism, where communities would base their economies, governance, and cultural practices on the natural characteristics of their bioregion. Over time, Bioregionalism evolved from an abstract concept into a form of activism. This activism is most visibly seen today in the Cascadia bioregion, which encompasses parts of the Pacific Northwest, including regions of the United States and Canada. Cascadia has become a focal point for bioregionalist thought and activism, with its unique ecological landscape inspiring a strong sense of regional identity. The Doug flag, often seen flying in this region, has become a symbol of the Cascadia bioregional movement. The flag represents the commitment to preserving and nurturing the local environment and promoting sustainable living practices that align with the principles of Bioregionalism.

Today, Bioregionalism continues to influence environmental and social thought, advocating for a deeper connection between human communities and the natural world. It calls for a shift away from globalized, industrial economies towards more localized and sustainable systems that respect the natural boundaries of ecosystems. In doing so, Bioregionalism offers a vision for a future where human society lives in harmony with the Earth, prioritizing ecological health and community resilience over profit and expansion.

Beliefs

Bioregionalism believes that people are shaped by their environment, and that we should let people in their certain bioregion flourish. To flour they say a couple of changes (a lot) need to be made in these bioregions, Like the abolition of markets and economies that put profit over the environment or more polices in these bioregions to help the environment. The environments are different so usually different polices are implemented. Bioregionalists see humanity and its culture as part of nature, focusing on building a positive and sustainable relationship with the environment. Bioregionalism can also expand to Biogeographic realms that look at continents environment and their geography make up. Bioregionalism also advocates encourage the cultivation of native plants of the region, encourage the use of local materials where possible and ensure that political boundaries match ecological boundaries.

Personality

Bioregionalism is very concerned about the environment. Therefore he usually yells and screams at balls that don't have much concern for the environment. He doesn't like when other environmentalists treat humans and their culture as an enemy of nature.

How to Draw

Flag of Bioregionalism

1. Draw a ball
2. Draw a blue line on the top (Represents the sky)
3. Draw a white line in the middle (Mountains)
4. Draw a green line at the bottom (The land)
5. Draw a tree (A TWEE)
6. Draw some eyes

Color Name		HEX	RGB
	Blue	#121CC0	18, 28, 192
	White	#FFFFFF	255, 255, 255
	Green	#085d05	8, 93, 5
	Dark Green	#002200	0, 34, 0

Relationships

Friends

• Eco-Socialism - At least they put thought into the environment. But you don’t go far enough. Humans and culture are a part of nature, not separate from it.
• Deep Ecology - You get it!

Frenemies

• Eco-Capitalism - Capitalism isn’t the solution to environmental crises!
• Eco Social Market Economy - See above ⬆️
• Agrarian Socialism - It’s good that you care about the farm workers and are close to nature, but please develop some more sustainable farming techniques and don’t put yourself above nature like a certain someone did.

Enemies

• Climate Skepticism - Stop chopping down trees, those trees are your home!
• Agrarian Capitalism - Stop harming the environment with your harmful farming practices!

Further Information

Websites

• Viurrspace.ca
• Freecascadia.org

Wikipedia

• Bioregionalism
• Doug flag
• Cascadia (bioregion)

Encyclopedia.com

• Bioregionalism

Gallery

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  By User:Muddy Mudkipz
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  Original Image
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  Without tree