What is the role of practical philosophy as an academic discipline in light of the climate crisis? What socially relevant questions can practical philosophy answer and thus contribute to public discourse? Going beyond that: What is the role of practical philosophers in their function as members of the university, as researchers and teachers, and as individuals who participate in public social debate? Can, should, or must practical philosophy see itself as a transformative science that not only d…
Read moreWhat is the role of practical philosophy as an academic discipline in light of the climate crisis? What socially relevant questions can practical philosophy answer and thus contribute to public discourse? Going beyond that: What is the role of practical philosophers in their function as members of the university, as researchers and teachers, and as individuals who participate in public social debate? Can, should, or must practical philosophy see itself as a transformative science that not only describes social problems in an apolitical way, but also takes responsibility for achieving sustainability goals for society as a whole? This special issue attempts to provide answers to these questions.
