Since the industrial revolution man has increasingly had the means to attempt to ‘master’ nature. The result is a world that, according to scientists’ estimates, is 75% degraded by the actions of man.

These unmanipuated satellite images capture some of this impact. This is a world shaped by men: stunningly beautiful when seen from space, yet increasingly devastated on the ground. It seems that if you get far enough away, almost anything can look beautiful...

But sometimes it's necessary to see the detail to know how best to lead our lives.
Remember - we can still make a difference through our choices and actions, and by inspiring our friends and families, and those with power and influence to make the right choices and to act too.
Let's be good ancestors.

All images courtesy of Google Earth

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