Introducing the Pluriverse of the Anthropocene: Toward an Ontological Politics of Environmental Governance in Indonesia

Abstract This chapter introduces an idea that is gaining increasing prominence in discussions of the Anthropocene: pluriverse. We argue very condition Anthropocene can serve as opportunity to give serious consideration ontological thesis pluriverse, namely there are many kinds worlds, some which may allow for “social” relations constituted by “more-than-human” beings. In first part chapter, we draw from literature on pluriverse and studies indigenous worlds have appeared past decade elaborate highlighting, particular, ethical motivation underpins calls recognize different worlds. second consider implications Indonesia, particularly relation “ adat revivalism” CSR practice. suggest “ontological politics” toward recognition preservation be understood Indonesia a struggle deepen Bhinneka Tunggal Ika (Unity Diversity), modern Indonesian state has long professed one its foundational principles.