Author Archives: Miles

As noted in the first part of this blog, there is global recognition from organisations such as the UN and IPBES that the failing human relationship with nature is an underlying cause of the environmental crises. Nature connectedness captures that relationship with nature … Continue reading →

There is global recognition from organisations such as the UN and IPBES that the failing human relationship with nature is an underlying cause of the environmental crises. The UN Secretary-General has noted the “urgent need to transform our relationship with nature“, and the Executive Secretary of the … Continue reading →

Having a strong connection to nature leads people to undertake actions that help conserve the natural world. Recently we wondered whether this relationship is reciprocal. That is,  whether taking steps to conserve biodiversity might actually connect people more strongly to … Continue reading →

The real-world application of the science of nature connection really matters – there’s an urgent need to connect more people, more fully with the rest of nature. With widespread recognition of the importance of a close relationship with nature, there … Continue reading →

The are many potential routes and stepping stones to a new relationship with nature. I find the creative application of nature connectedness research findings really exciting and, for me, it’s an essential part of the research process – work to … Continue reading →