How did Rolf Jacobsen use modernist poetry to address environmental destruction?

Rolf Jacobsen was a pioneering figure in Norwegian modernist poetry who utilized free verse and vivid imagery to critique the environmental degradation of the modern world.1

Beginning as early as the 1930s, Jacobsen employed these modernist techniques to explore his concerns regarding the natural world. His work became particularly noted for its focus on environmental destruction during the 1970s, a theme that resonated with contemporary audiences and contributed to his enduring popularity. By moving away from traditional poetic structures, Jacobsen was able to effectively convey the urgency of his worries about the impact of human activity on the environment, establishing himself as a significant voice in 20th-century Norwegian literature.12