Societal and environmental transitions

Recommended Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Learning Outcomes

Main goals:

•To acquire a critical understanding of concepts and theories related to ecological modernization, environment and sustainability;

•To acquire an understanding of the genealogy of transitions, pioneering experiences in transition, the movement of cities in transition;

•To develop a critical understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with sustainable development.

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

The following topics are addressed:

• sessions on the genealogy of transitions, pioneering experiences in transition, the movement of cities in transition, the context of the Anthropogenic as a breeding ground for transitions, etc.

• spatial justice (food issues are addressed in different geographical contexts including the city.