Gunter, Pete A. Y.  "Process-Relational Philosophy: The Raw, Unabashed Cash Value of a Mere Metaphysical Speculation."  In Frontiers in American Philosophy Volume II, ed. Robert W. Burch (College Station: Texas A&M University Press, 1996).

Abstract

One of the tests of the validity of a metaphysical system is its fruitfulness.  In this essay, I argue that process-relational philosophy is especially fruitful for helping us understand and deal with our (very real) environmental problems.  Its realism, its doctrine of internal relations, its dynamism, its interest in biology "preadapts" it to the characteristics of ecosystems.  In proof of this last point, I point out that the only two major philosophers, 1900-1950, who dealt with environment as problems are Bergson and Whitehead: process-relational thinkers.  [Abstract from The Philosopher's Index]