Through a convergence of multifaceted immersive ‘worlding’ artworks and research thesis, this study aims to unravel the limitations characteristically inherent in computational models, which often overlook the complexities of ecological realities. Motivated by a desire to challenge the prevailing linear narratives surrounding climate change and biodiversity loss, the research will explore alternative modes of understanding and representing ‘ideas’ about the environment. Drawing upon insights from ecology, anthropology, and Indigenous knowledge systems, the study will seek to transcend anthropocentric frameworks. The research will be driven by a commitment to decolonize environmental narratives and acknowledge diverse knowledge systems. By fostering participatory engagement and artistic practice, the project aims to foreground the agency of nonhuman entities and deep time in shaping environmental futures. Collaborative partnerships with biodiversity experts and Indigenous communities are integral to the research, facilitating the cultivation of localised knowledge and holistic approaches to environmental stewardship. Through these partnerships, the study seeks to provoke critical reflections on contemporary environmental discourses and advocate for epistemological pluralism.
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