The era of the #Anthropocene has been marked by environmental destruction, but as an intelligent species we're aware of our actions and can choose to reduce our impact upon the planet – beginning with recognising the need to reduce our demand & numbers. https://populationmatters.org/welcome-to-the-anthropocene/ | Population Matters

3.3K views · 82 reactions |  A special team of scientists has identified a new #geologic epoch, the #Anthropocene era.  They say it began somewhere between 1950 and 1954 and is distinguished by the effects that humans have had on the #planet  | FRANCE 24 English | Facebook