Discussion: Inequality and the Ecological Shift's Impact
A thought-provoking debate on the book "Recycling Class: The contradictions of inclusion in urban sustainability," authored by Manisha Anantharaman, is set to take place at Sciences Po, Paris. The book, published by MIT Press, delves into the complexities of urban sustainability and its impact on various socioeconomic groups.
The debate, scheduled for Thursday, 3rd April, from 9 am to 10.30 am in room K.011 at Sciences Po, will bring together a panel of esteemed experts to discuss the key themes and ideas presented in the book.
Manisha Anantharaman, Assistant Professor at Sciences Po, Centre for the sociology of organizations, will be present, sharing her insights on the book's focus areas, which include inclusion and exclusion in urban sustainability, class and environmental justice, urban waste management, and neoliberalism and urban governance.
Joining her will be Julie Greenwalt, Senior Climate Advisor at Cities Alliance, Patrick Le Galès, CNRS Research Director and Professor at Sciences Po, Centre for European Studies and Comparative Politics, and Aristide Athanassiadis, Senior Researcher at École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne. Aristide Athanassiadis will moderate the debate.
The debate promises to be a stimulating exploration of environmental justice and inequality, urban governance and policy, sustainability and social justice, and case studies and practical solutions. Registration for the debate is free but required.
This event offers a unique opportunity for participants to delve into the complex interactions between social class, environmental sustainability, and urban governance, emphasising the need for more inclusive approaches to sustainability that address both environmental and social justice concerns. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion at Sciences Po, Paris.
Participants can expect a stimulating exploration of learning opportunities during the debate, focusing on education-and-self-development areas such as urban sustainability, class and environmental justice, and urban waste management. The debate promises to provide practical solutions and insights that highlight the importance of addressing both environmental and social justice concerns to promote a truly sustainable future.
