Dreaming the Biosphere

Biosphere 2 is a remarkable artificial wilderness located in southern Arizona, home to a diverse array of plant, animal, and insect species, and initially created as an experimental ecological utopia. Originating from a 1970s project inspired by ecological and theatrical endeavors, it was used to test human sustainability within a self-contained environment, culminating in a two-year mission by its biospherians. The story of Biosphere 2 delves into the successes, conflicts, and complexities of humanity’s relationship with nature, offering a thought-provoking reflection on ecological harmony in modern America.