The fundamental mission of Anthropolis—like nature—is the evolution of life on Earth. To use the R&D found in nature's 3.8 billion years of experimentation as inspiration to develop industry which works with ecology instead of against it. To promote order through unity, in contrast to the chaos brought about by tribalism, nationalism, and consumerism. By leveraging current anthropological knowledge and advanced scientific technology, we can demonstrate that sustainable living is closely tied to the inherent human experience, irrespective of cultural differences. In a world facing dwindling natural resources and biodiversity loss, we have the opportunity and responsibility to revolutionize societal and industrial structures by shifting from profit-driven governance to meeting universal human needs guided by ecological wisdom.
The Anthropolis aim is to present sustainable communities as alternatives to the suburban model created to benefit the fossil fuel industry, which led to the “great acceleration” and now threatens the future of humanity and global ecology. To prove beyond any shadow of a doubt that communities built on true anthropological needs of connection and support for each other in natural settings are far more desirable than being subjected to environments dominated by unnecessary modes of transport and the parking lots, streets, roads, and stroads built to support their use. To contrast the differences in an ability to acquire all your needs within walking distance from your home as opposed to navigating on slabs of asphalt in a device 500 times your own mass to meet friends and family, get groceries, or find a trailhead.
The fossil fuel industry has, for too long, perpetuated a false narrative for the need of their products and consequential societal and environmental impacts, even going against the findings of the scientists they hired for research. As a result of their relentless pursuit of profit and overreaching government influence, they have squandered billions of tons of precious natural resources to create unnecessary products and infrastructure that could have been used for community development. They have, with great success, used psychologically manipulative tactics to exploit our vulnerabilities with disregard for true anthropological needs and ecological outcomes.
Our faith is in the science of ecology above that of politics for developing solutions to the problems of our ethos. Ethical politicians, at this stage of the game, can only shroud ecological and environmental policy behind economic promises, while the unethical use diversion tactics to redirect blame away from their corporate financiers. However, none are willing or able to outright admit that the monster that is the perpetual growth model is leading us toward self-destruction. Dystopia doesn't sell, so to attain power they must tell us what we want to hear. But what if there was a candidate with an optimistic vision which would unequivocally put our current modus operandi to shame?
Presenting viable alternatives of what could have been and what could be will prompt a shift in mindset, fostering a desire to nurture a sustainable and harmonious relationship between human behavior and the environment. By respecting ecological boundaries, our goal is to lay the foundation for a new industrial era that not only meets humanity's basic needs but also ensures ecological justice for all beings and our planet. Through a deep understanding of human needs and ecological limits, we plan to vividly depict appropriately sized self-sustaining communities that provide housing, food, employment, and entertainment for all residents equally. Communities and lifestyles envisioned as far more appealing than the profit-driven urban sprawl that currently dominates much of our landscape. By combining artificial and ecological intelligence as guiding principles, Anthropolis seeks to enhance our understanding of the delicate balance that sustains life on Earth and establish frameworks for responsible stewardship and the human experience nature intened.
Process:
Phase 1: The Industrial Revolution progress report.
Discuss the repercussions of corporate pursuit for profit above that of equality. Highlight the detrimental effects of anthropocentrism and ecological disregard by prominent figures in industry, past and present. Address the risks associated with individualism, machismo, and nuclear armament in our technological and ecological ethos. Emphasize the importance of establishing a balance of the masculine and feminine in the processes of governance.
State the importance of leveraging collective human knowledge for designing and implementing industry and infrastructure. Provide examples of industries that failed to conduct necessary due diligence, resulting in harm to human and global ecological progress. Consider the Eco Directive while evaluating the pros and cons of time spent in a car, on screens, and in the suburbs in comparison to time spent with face-to-face interactions in walkable communities and physical activity in nature.
Accept that the exponential growth model in pursuit of GDP is a catastrophic failure which requires a systemic design overhaul and will not be solved with band-aid solutions.
Phase 2: Define and propose the Ecological Revolution.
Promote widespread rejection of numerous systems established in the Industrial Revolution which are inadequate in meeting fundamental human requirements and are contributing to environmental deterioration. Establish the need for industry focused on housing, community, and sustainability, characterized by the same level of commitment seen during the “great acceleration” era.
Advocate for Culture Fusion by establishing an international think tank to explore equitable and sustainable aspects of human culture, both historical and contemporary, and amalgamating them for innovative solutions. Celebrate cultural diversity and shape culture through the utility of humanity's best tools, like the metric system.
Collaborate with experts in anthropology, ecology, biomimicry, etc., to differentiate genuine human needs from harmful desires. Raise awareness of manipulative advertising tactics that promote unnecessary consumption.
Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of suburban living and nuclear family structures compared to communal living in villages with shared resources. Consider historical anthropocentric group sizes for community development.
Prioritize child development and intergenerational socialization by fostering collaborative group activities and creating communal spaces that strengthen bonds.
Reduce corporate influence to encourage diverse styles that reflect the collective identity within individual villages.
Design autonomous communities where residents actively participate in development and maintenance, promoting communal ownership and shared resources. Encourage product libraries, repair shops, and recycling facilities to reduce personal ownership and waste.
Focus on creating sustainable infrastructure that enhances human experiences while respecting ecological principles.
Promote alternative modes of transportation within villages, such as bikes and e-bikes, while storing cars on the outskirts for inter-village travel. Develop supportive infrastructure for non-motorized transportation.
Restore wildlife migration routes and a sense of connection and adventure by removing roads, fences, and walls between villages.
Implement greenhouses and living roofs for indigenous food production within and around villages. Seek wisdom from indigenous communities and their ancestors for sustainable practices.
Eliminate the influence of the oil and gas sectors in politics. Hold them responsible for ignoring the scientific knowledge about the consequences of their activities, and require them to fund a new World's Fair that advocates for alternatives to the short-sighted and harmful model they promoted in the fair of 1939.
Produce a documentary illustrating a positive vision of a world if we had followed science and reason at the dawn of the Industrial Revolution. Emphasize the importance and rewards of transitioning to equitable, sustainable practices.
Repurpose industrial areas like the "rust belt" for manufacturing prefabricated homes and villages to address housing shortages and prepare for climate-induced migrations, leveraging geographical advantages for sustainable development.
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