Greetings. I am delighted to be part of a new listserve about ecofeminism. Though I have never introduced myself on any of the other lists I subscribe to, I've decided to be bold. My interests are varied: I study both feminist theory and applied feminist politics, environmental ethics and movement strategies. I wouldn't necessarily call myself an ecofeminist, but I find the insights of ecofeminism valuable. Though women may not be essentially tied to nature, social structures have forged a link. I think Janet Beihl has made some thoughful arguements against ecofeminism, and I like her social-ecological approach. Lately, I've been studying feminist and ecological critiques of science and technology, and the special relationship between women and tech (we are primary users in the office and at home, but rarely develop it). I'd like to hear the opinions of others on the science-environment dilemma and theoretical approaches to the problem, or better yet, strategies for developing livable, sustainable futures. I look forward to being a part of the ecofem dialogue. -- Erin Middlewood Institute for Science, Engineering and Public Policy 1717 SW Park, Suite 621 Portland, OR 97201 phone: 503/228-3999
