A New Chapter After 'On The Line': Join Me on Substack at the C.E.P.
Out of the embers, new paths emerge—in this pursuit of art, fire, and truth.
After On The Line (2019), the next chapter builds on its foundation, delving deeper into the causes of the May 3, 2016 blaze and expanding the research through new collaborations. To support this, I’ve merged my website news blog and email newsletter into one platform—welcome to the Centre of Ecological Philosophy (C.E.P.), an evolving space for meaningful exploration of living landscapes.
Humanity is facing an unprecedented crisis.
The evolution communities face in the aftermath of climate change events is ecological, philosophical, and physical. It’s an adaption which will require a transformation or evolution of humankind. It will require questioning the entire Western traditions and a completely different attitude towards life and the language used to bring people together.
This new space will host my ongoing work on fire knowledge alongside contributions from the vast range of artists and researchers dedicated to Climate Resilience. The C.E.P. will grow into a unique resource, sounding board and archive. With a collective of brilliant practitioners and creators, we’ll shape meaningful conversations at the intersection of art, ecology, and philosophy.
What is the C.E.P.?
Founded in 2022, the C.E.P. began with six incredible contributors from diverse fields, including Anthropology, Human Evolution & Behaviour, Data Science, Design, and Photography. So far, we’ve:
Published a peer-reviewed paper in the Sophia Journal.
Built software to access NASA and ESA data for viewing fire from space.
Written an essay contextualizing Fort McMurray’s historic PyroCb fire.
Conducted an anthropological study with communities affected by the Fort McMurray fire.
Produced a short film on the history of fire in Istanbul’s urban ecology.
Held a month-long exhibition at London’s Historic Lauderdale House during Earth Day.
Partnered with Metalabel, an independent distribution network founded by Kickstarter co-founder Yancy Strickler.
What’s coming in 2025?
Holland Park Artist Residency, London
In partnership with the Daisy Green Collection, I began an Artist in Residence program in October 2024. In 2025, we’ll host a series of events and photography exhibitions in one of London’s most beloved central parks.
Circling Back to Fort McMurray, Canada
Nine years after my last visit, I’ll return to Fort McMurray to participate in an art festival aligned with the publication of our upcoming monograph about the 2016 fire. We’re producing 20 unique copies of the monograph to gift to the local community.
Launching Nature (Mother):
This bold global initiative will invite individuals from all disciplines to present deep perspectives on nature as a nurturing force and living landscape.
Why Subscribe?
Your support makes this work possible. Climate resilience is a mission I’m 100% committed to, and your subscription—whether free or paid—helps us continue creating and sharing valuable insights as an independent research group.
By joining us, you’ll be part of a vital journey toward a more connected and resilient world.
Here’s what you’ll get:
Free Subscribers: Monthly updates on activities and interviews.
Paid Subscribers: Discounts on new releases, access to in-depth articles, patron listing on the website, and discounts on prints, books, and events.
Your support means the world to me. If it’s not for you right now, no problem—you can pause or opt-out anytime.
Thank you for being part of this journey. I’m excited to share what’s next in this new format.
Nga mihi mahana,
Alan McFetridge
