What is a system? I am glad you ask. The understanding of systems is critical to navigate in a complex world. But let's start by a definition. A system is an integrated assembly of matter and living beings that are interconnected and have one or multiple purposes, goals or functions. Our climate is a system, our forest is a system and our economy is a system too. Although the isolated analysis of one part can be helpful for some type of questions, a realistic measure of the impact of a shock/new scenario/variable change, requires the understanding of the relationship between the components of the system. Please do not forget the purpose/s. It is particularly unnoticed the real goal that each systems follow. Oceans systems are critical for the live of corals and fish, for the moderation of the climate, for the generation of clouds and drinkable water... Forests are critical for the soil, for the availability of oxygen, local rain patterns, the wildlife that inhabit these spaces...
A critical but constructive blog about AI and post growth social systems