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Planetary health ethics requires a shift from human-centered views to recognizing our interconnectedness with nature and animals. This approach, drawing on Japanese traditions, promotes universal ethical principles for a healthier planet.

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  • Environmental Ethics
  • Planetary Health
  • Bioethics

Background:

  • The emerging field of planetary health ethics necessitates a re-evaluation of current ethical frameworks.
  • Existing human-centered ethical models may be insufficient for addressing global environmental and health challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To articulate preliminary ethical principles for planetary health.
  • To explore the potential of Japanese traditions in forming universal ethical guidelines for human-nature relationships.

Main Methods:

  • A conceptual commentary approach was used.
  • Consideration of ethical domains including non-sentient nature, non-human animals, and human beings.
  • Analysis of Japanese traditions and concepts relevant to planetary health.

Main Results:

  • Ethical principles for planetary health require moving beyond anthropocentrism.
  • A proposed framework emphasizes humans as integral parts of the planet, spiritually connected to nature and animals.
  • Japanese philosophical concepts offer a potential foundation for universal ethical principles.

Conclusions:

  • Defining planetary health ethics challenges us to adopt a more holistic and interconnected worldview.
  • Adopting these principles fosters a relationship of stewardship rather than ownership towards the planet's resources.
  • This ethical shift is crucial for the sustainable pursuit of planetary health.