“Bioregionalism is an environmentalist movement centered on the concept that populations should use their local natural resources to become self-sustaining and self-governing.”
A beautiful piece! The authors gently describe bioregionalism and notably, what we find valuable. I think the way that the AGS folx have captured the essence of the Cascadia movement really drives the point of balance and interconnectedness with the land, the elements, and the urban landscape.
“While bioregionalism is not hostile to technology or industrialization, it understands that these processes are important to global economies and societies, it emphasizes the interconnectedness of humans with the larger ecosystem and their responsibility to live in balance with their local environments.”
If you’re not on Substack, that’s OK, click on this link to read the full AGS article to read how the oldest geographical society in the US describes Cascadia as a “highly unique movement” with an “optimistic” perspective which recognizes modern society attuned with nature and ecology, hopeful and optimistic.
American Geographical Society's Weekly Newsletter for Tuesday, February 3, 2026, appears in their Substack feed.
The American Geographical Society (AGS) is recognized as the oldest professional geographical organization in the United States and has built a global reputation over more than 170 years as a leader in geographic research and education. AGS emphasizes the value of geography as a discipline that informs decision-making and public understanding. Its mission emphasizes strengthening geographic literacy nationwide, with the broader aim of supporting effective public policy, enhancing national security, and improving overall human well-being. The organization also prioritizes public engagement, working to make geographic knowledge accessible and relevant to people of all ages, from students to lifelong learners, while helping them better understand a rapidly changing world.
