Michael A. Peters | A Conversation on the Handbook of Ecological Civilization and the Future of Education

In this episode, Michael Peters discusses the concept of ecological civilization as a transformative response to today's planetary challenges. Drawing on more than twenty-five years of experience living and working in China, he reflects on the cultural and philosophical foundations that inspired the Handbook of Ecological Civilization, which he co-edited with leading Chinese scholars. The conversation explores how ecological civilization offers a framework for rethinking humanity's relationship with the natural world, the importance of cross-cultural perspectives in sustainability, and the critical role of education in fostering ecological responsibility. Peters also shares insights from his book Moral Education and the Ethics of Self-Cultivation: Chinese and Western Perspectives, highlighting how moral education can help cultivate the values and ethical commitments needed to build a more just, sustainable, and interconnected future.