ABSTRACT
This section underscores the contributions of both the humanities and the sciences (social and natural) in understanding and solving environmental issues. We are keenly aware of the rich intellectual work in environmental humanities over the last several decades, especially in the fields of history, literature, philosophy, and art. We are eager to see religious studies enter more fully into these discussions. In addition, we are highlighting key social science perspectives from environmental policy, law, and economics, as these are critical conversation partners for religious and ethical perspectives on the environment. We conclude with a broad overview of the science of ecology, which is now more fully poised to engage the human dimension of ecological issues. Indeed, one of the key issues in environmental analysis and problem solving is how to include the perspectives of both science and the humanities.
