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Amid the growing challenges of ecological devastation, states, international organizations, and corporations promote “green” initiatives and policies as pathways to a sustainable future. Emission offsets, solar energy, and electric vehicles are presented as a departure from the harmful economic practices that have led us to the current state. However, these technologies often rely on distant natures to supply raw materials and labor. This research group focuses on studying the role of these 'green' narratives in shaping perceptions of socio-ecological violence and exploring ways to employ social science research to challenge them. Our analysis will concentrate on the Proyecto Mocoa copper mining project in the Colombian Amazon. By the end of the semester, we will create a multi-layered counter-map of this project to assist affected communities in future legal actions. This seminar provides students with the opportunity to investigate how “green” futures are constructed and contested on a transnational scale and to foster academia as a space for mobilization. It is open to Master’s students from diverse fields—Social Sciences, Law, Economics, Geography, Design, Art, History—interested in qualitative research and environmental issues. No specific prior knowledge is required; however, participants should be eager to engage in collaborative research to support socio-ecological causes. Advanced BA students can also participate by prior arrangement. 

Kontakt

a.sanchez.alfonso@fu-berlin.de

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