Hear the voice, read Merton's words, and we will understand Thomas Merton's critique of our rapidly evolving technological world, particularly Artificial Intelligence, is not just a historical reflection for us but something we must ponder and take seriously. Even though Merton wrote in the mid-century, his profound critique of technological civilization is as relevant and... Continue Reading →
Space debris as human pollution By Julie Peller Ph.D.
Green Junction Human pollution is far-reaching. Space debris is defined as any piece of machinery or debris left by humans in space (100 km + above the Earth’s surface). Satellites or space debris at high altitudes (~36,000 km) are expected to circle Earth for hundreds or even thousands of years. If satellites collide (a rare... Continue Reading →