Roots to Revolution - the Transformation of Environmentalism / Medani P. Bhandari.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Bhandari, Medani P., author.

Series:

Environmentalism - Transformation Acceleration Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Environmentalism--History.

Environmentalism.

Deep ecology.

Sustainable development.

Climatic changes--Social aspects.

Climatic changes.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (386 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Hauppauge : Nova Science Publishers, Inc., [2025]

Summary:

"This book addresses the intertwined environmental, social, economic, and political dimensions of transformation in the context of escalating ecological crises such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and resource depletion. It investigates how environmentalism has evolved, examining the intersections with social justice, cultural shifts, technological advancements, and global governance. The opening chapter offers a historical overview, tracing environmentalism's development from the 19th-century conservation movements to the contemporary climate action movement. This context reveals how environmental priorities and strategies have adapted over time, particularly in response to industrialization and globalization. Subsequent chapters explore the theoretical foundations of environmentalism, highlighting various frameworks such as deep ecology, ecofeminism, and political ecology. These theoretical insights provide a basis for understanding the systemic change and resilience necessary for environmental transformation. This book also identifies the key drivers of transformation, including technological advancements, economic shifts, and social movements, while recognizing the natural and human-induced factors contributing to environmental degradation. It also highlights the diverse stakeholders involved, from governments to NGOs and local communities, and their collaborative efforts to achieve meaningful change. The text emphasizes the importance of knowledge systems and innovation in environmental management alongside the social dimensions of environmentalism, particularly in addressing injustices marginalized communities face. Additionally, it confronts challenges to transformation, including political resistance and economic interests, while proposing strategies for overcoming these barriers. Finally, the book envisions an equitable and sustainable future of environmentalism, stressing the need for holistic approaches that integrate environmental, social, and economic goals and calling for urgent action and systemic reform"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Intro

Contents

Preface

Acknowledgments

Abstract

Chapter 1

Transformational Environmentalism: An Introuction

1.1. A Historical Overview of Environmentalism

1.1.1. Pre-Industrial Roots: Nature in Myth, Religion, and Early Conservation (Ancient Times - 18th Century)

1.1.2. The Industrial Revolution and the Birth of Modern Environmentalism (Late 18th Century - Early 20th Century)

1.1.3. The Progressive Era and Early Environmental Reforms (Early 20th Century)

1.1.4. The Post-War Era and the Rise of Modern Environmentalism (1940s - 1960s)

1.1.5. The Environmental Movement of the 1960s and 1970s

1.1.6. Environmentalism and Sustainable Development (1980s - Present)

1.2. Defining Environmental Transformation

1.2.1. Key Components of Environmental Transformation

1.2.2. Technological Advancements and Innovations

1.2.3. Societal and Cultural Shifts

1.2.4. Political and Governance Changes

1.2.5. Economic Shifts and Sustainable Development

1.2.6. Social and Environmental Justice

1.2.7. Scientific Discoveries and Ecological Understanding

1.3. The Urgency of Transformational Change in Environmentalism

1.3.1. Global Environmental Crises: The Scale of the Problem

1.3.2. Limitations of Incremental Change

1.3.3. What Transformational Change Entails

1.3.4. The Role of Policy and Governance in Driving Transformation

1.3.5. Barriers to Transformational Change

1.4. Objectives and Scope of the Study

1.4.1. Objectives of the Study

1.4.1.1. To Define and Articulate the Concept of Transformational Environmentalism

1.4.1.2. To Explore the Drivers of Environmental Degradation and the Need for Systemic Change

1.4.1.3. To Provide a Comprehensive Framework for Systemic Environmental Change

1.4.1.4. To Analyze Successful Case Studies of Transformational Environmental Initiatives.

1.4.1.5. To Address the Social and Political Dimensions of Transformational Environmentalism

1.4.1.6. To Propose Strategies for Overcoming Barriers to Transformational Change

1.4.1.7. To Provide a Vision for the Future of Environmentalism

1.4.2. Scope of the Study

1.4.2.1. Global Environmental Crises and Challenges

1.4.2.2. Theoretical Frameworks and Concepts of Transformational Change

1.4.2.3. Technological and Economic Transformations

1.4.2.4. Governance, Policy, and Political Change

1.4.2.5. Social Movements and Cultural Shifts

1.4.2.6. Social and Environmental Justice

1.4.2.7. Vision for a Sustainable Future

Chapter 2

Theoretical Foundations of Environmentalism

2.1. The Key Theoretical Foundations That Underpin Environmentalism

2.1.1. Ecocentrism and Deep Ecology

2.1.2. Anthropocentrism and Sustainable Development

2.1.3. Environmental Ethics

2.1.4. Political Ecology and Eco-Marxism

2.1.5. Systems Thinking and Resilience Theory

2.1.6. Ecofeminism

2.1.7. Conservation Biology and Biodiversity

2.1.8. Ecological Theories and Environmental Transformation

2.1.8.1. Ecosystem Theory

2.1.8.2. Succession Theory

2.1.8.3. Resilience Theory

2.1.8.4. Island Biogeography and Conservation Biology

2.1.8.5. Niche Theory and Biodiversity

2.1.8.6. Gaia Hypothesis

2.1.8.7. Ecological Economics and the Carrying Capacity Concept

2.2. Integral Theory and Holistic Environmentalism

2.2.1. The Four Quadrants of Integral Theory in Environmentalism

2.2.2. Holistic Environmentalism: Integrating Multiple Perspectives

2.2.2.1. An Ecological Perspective

2.2.2.2. A Social and Cultural Perspective

2.2.2.3. An Economic Perspective

2.2.2.4. A Spiritual and Ethical Perspective

2.2.3. Applying Integral Environmentalism in Practice.

2.2.4. Challenges and Opportunities in Holistic Environmentalism

2.3. The Capabilities Approach in an Environmental Context

2.3.1. Core Concepts of the Capabilities Approach

2.3.2. Environmental Justice and the Capabilities Approach

2.3.3. Sustainable Development Through the Capabilities Lens

2.3.4. Ecological Capabilities

2.3.4.1. Basic Environmental Capabilities

2.3.4.2. Capabilities to Participate in Environmental Decision-Making

2.3.5. The Capabilities Approach and Climate Change

2.3.6. Policy Implications of the Capabilities Approach in Environmentalism

2.4. Systems Thinking in Environmental Transformation

2.4.1. Core Principles of Systems Thinking

2.4.2. Applying Systems Thinking to Environmental Transformation

2.4.2.1. Understanding Ecological Systems

2.4.2.2. Addressing Human-Environment Interactions

2.4.2.3. Policy Design and Implementation

2.4.3. Tools and Methods in Systems Thinking

2.4.3.1. Systems Mapping

2.4.3.2. Modeling and Simulation

2.4.4. Challenges and Opportunities in Systems Thinking

2.4.5. Case Studies and Examples

2.4.5.1. Urban Sustainability

2.4.5.2. Ecosystem-Based Management

2.4.5.3. Climate Change Adaptation

Chapter 3

Drivers of Environmental Transformation

3.1. Natural Drivers of Environmental Transformation

3.1.2. Human-Induced Drivers of Environmental Transformation

3.1.3. Socio-Political Drivers

3.1.4. Cultural and Behavioral Drivers

3.2. Climate Change and Global Environmental Crises

3.2.1. Climate Change: Overview and Impacts

3.2.1.1. Causes of Climate Change

3.2.1.2. Impacts of Climate Change

3.2.2. Global Environmental Crises

3.2.2.1. Biodiversity Loss

3.2.2.2. Water Scarcity

3.2.2.3. Land Degradation

3.2.2.4. Waste Management

3.2.3. Interconnections and Feedback Loops.

3.2.4. Strategies for Addressing Climate Change and Environmental Crises

3.3. Technological Innovation and Green Transitions

3.3.1. Key Areas of Technological Innovation in Green Transitions

3.3.2. Challenges and Opportunities

3.3.3. Case Studies and Examples

3.4. Socio-Economic Inequality and Environmental Justice

3.4.1. Understanding Socio-Economic Inequality

3.4.2. Understanding Environmental Justice

3.4.3. Intersections of Socio-Economic Inequality and Environmental Justice

3.4.4. Addressing Socio-Economic Inequality and Promoting Environmental Justice

3.5. Policy Shifts and Global Environmental Governance

3.5.1. Policy Shifts in Environmental Management

3.5.2. Global Environmental Governance

3.5.2.1. International Institutions and Agreements

3.5.2.2. Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs)

3.5.2.3. Regional and Local Governance

3.5.2.4. Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration

3.5.3. Challenges and Opportunities

3.5.3.1. Opportunities for Global Environmental Governance

3.6. The Role of International Organizations and Agreements (UNFCCC, IPBES, etc.)

3.6.1. United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)

3.6.1.1. Key Functions

3.6.1.2. Impact

3.6.2. Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)

3.6.2.1. Key Functions

3.6.2.2. Impact

3.6.3. International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)

3.6.3.1. Key Functions

3.6.3.2. Impact

3.6.4. Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)

3.6.4.1. Key Functions

3.6.4.2. Impact

3.6.5. The Basel Convention

3.6.5.1. Key Functions

3.6.5.2. Impact

3.6.6. The Stockholm Convention

3.6.6.1. Key Functions

3.6.6.2. Impact

Chapter 4

Key Stakeholders in the Transformation of Environmentalism

4.1. Governments and Policy Makers

4.1.1. The Role of National Governments.

4.1.2. The Role of Local Governments

4.1.3. The Role of International Policy Makers

4.1.4. Challenges and Opportunities for Governments and Policy Makers

4.2. Businesses and Industries

4.2.1. Environmental Impact Management

4.2.2. Industry Associations and Initiatives

4.2.3. Challenges and Opportunities for Businesses and Industries

4.2.3. NGOs and Civil Society

4.2.4. Community Engagement and Empowerment

4.2.5. Challenges and Opportunities for NGOs and Civil Society

4.2.6. Indigenous Communities and Local Actors

4.2.6.1. Indigenous Communities

4.2.6.2. Local Communities

4.2.6.3. Collaboration and Partnerships

4.2.6.4. Challenges and Opportunities

4.3. Intermediaries and Multipliers in Environmental Innovation

4.3.1. The Role of Intermediaries

4.3.2. The Role of Multipliers

4.3.3. Challenges and Opportunities

Chapter 5

Pathways for Environmental Transformation

5.1. Pathways for Environmental Transformation

5.1.1. Policy and Regulatory Pathways

5.1.2. Technological and Innovation Pathways

5.1.3. Economic and Financial Pathways

5.1.4. Social and Cultural Pathways

5.1.5. Institutional and Governance Pathways

5.1.6. Health and Well-Being Pathways

5.1.6.1. Addressing Environmental Justice

5.2. Sustainable Development Goals and Environmentalism

5.2.1. Overview of the SDGs

5.2.2. Key Environmental SDGs

5.2.3. The Integration of SDGs and Environmentalism

5.2.3.1. Monitoring and Reporting

5.2.3.2. Stakeholder Engagement

5.2.4. Challenges and Opportunities

5.2.4.1. Opportunities

5.3. Green Economy and Circular Economy Models

5.3.1. Green Economy

5.3.2. Circular Economy

5.3.3. The Intersection of Green and Circular Economies

5.3.4. Implementation Strategies

5.3.4.1. Policies and Regulations

5.3.4.2. Innovation and Technology.

5.3.4.3. Education and Awareness.

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ISBN:

979-88-95304-08-2