Ecolinguistics in the United States

Abstract

Abstract This article presents the personal narratives of five United States-based ecolinguists along with a discussion of contemporary ecolinguistics and possibilities for continued growth. The narratives illustrate the rich interdisciplinary diversity of the expanding field, as each of the scholars advances distinct research agendas which center ecolinguistics while drawing upon multiple other domains to answer increasingly specific research questions in the context of anthropogenic climate change and environmental breakdown. In the closing discussion, we articulate how the narratives reflect and align with key qualities of contemporary ecolinguistics and assert that the interdisciplinary configurations present in our ecolinguistics practices can serve as a pathway for continued development, as they demonstrate how diverse forms of expertise, experience, and interest can contribute to ecological wellbeing, justice, and sustainability.