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Biocentric

/ˌbaɪ.oʊˈsɛn.trɪk/adjective
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Biocentric describes a worldview that prioritizes the intrinsic value of all living organisms and ecosystems as the core of ethical decision-making, emphasizing that humans are just one part of a larger web of life. In today's environmental debates, it's often used to challenge human-dominated approaches, promoting policies that protect biodiversity for its own sake rather than for human benefit.

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