“What is common to the greatest number gets the least amount of care,” Aristotle stated in 350 BCE. In 1968, ecologist Garrett Hardin expanded on this idea, coining it “the tragedy of the commons.” Hardin argued that, when it comes to using Earth’s natural resources, individuals will always act in their own best interest. NYC: The Economic Value of Parks The Trust for Public Land (TPL) promotes the benefits of the commons, combating the defeatist sentiment of Hardin’s statement that all shared spaces are overused. TPL passionately works to catalyze communities to be healthier, more livable, and more connected through parks and public lands. 54 Ice skating in New York City's Central Park.
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