About This Book
Environmental Justice and Social Movements provides a comprehensive analysis of how environmental issues intersect with social justice concerns. This groundbreaking work examines the role of grassroots movements in addressing environmental inequalities and advocating for sustainable, equitable solutions.
Book Description
This book explores the critical relationship between environmental degradation and social inequality, demonstrating how marginalized communities often bear the greatest burden of environmental hazards. Through detailed case studies and theoretical analysis, it reveals how social movements have emerged to challenge environmental injustices and promote more equitable environmental policies.
Key Topics
- Environmental racism and community health disparities
- Climate change and vulnerable populations
- Toxic waste disposal and low-income communities
- Indigenous rights and environmental protection
- Urban environmental justice issues
- International environmental justice movements
- Policy solutions and advocacy strategies
- Corporate accountability and environmental harm
Chapter Overview
Chapters 1-4
Theoretical foundations of environmental justice, historical development, and key concepts
Chapters 5-8
Case studies from the United States, examining landmark environmental justice cases
Chapters 9-12
Global perspectives on environmental justice movements and international comparisons
Chapters 13-15
Future directions, policy recommendations, and emerging challenges
Author Profile
Dr. James Wilson
Dr. James Wilson is a Professor of Environmental Sociology at MIT and a leading expert on environmental justice issues. He has worked extensively with community organizations and has served as an expert witness in several landmark environmental justice cases.
Dr. Wilson has published extensively on environmental inequality and is the recipient of the Environmental Justice Research Award from the American Sociological Association.
Critical Acclaim
"Wilson's comprehensive analysis provides both scholarly rigor and practical insights for activists and policymakers working on environmental justice issues."
— Prof. Elena Rodriguez, University of Cambridge"An essential resource that bridges academic research with grassroots activism. This book will be invaluable for students and practitioners alike."
— Dr. Sarah Johnson, Stanford University
Book Information
| Author: | Dr. James Wilson |
| ISBN: | 978-0-345678-90-1 |
| Pages: | 512 |
| Published: | 2024 |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | IAO Alliance |