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ISEE Biennial Conference

Thank You!!!

The 17th Biennial Conference of the International Society for Ecological Economics is shaping into a truly remarkable event. With the theme of «Economies for life: Alliances for practicing ecological economics in a world in transition,» the conference promises to provide a unique platform for exploring the latest research and ideas in the field. We are proud to announce that the call for abstracts has received an enthusiastic response, with more than 500 submissions from researchers worldwide.

These abstracts will contribute to more than 50 tracks for the conference, covering a diverse range of topics related to ecological economics. In addition, there will be 28 format-free events, providing opportunities for attendees to engage in informal discussions and collaborative activities. It’s particularly exciting to note that more than 50 abstracts have been received from China, highlighting the global nature of the conference.

With such a strong response to the call for abstracts, it’s clear that the 17th Biennial Conference of the International Society for Ecological Economics is set to be an unforgettable event, bringing together researchers, practitioners, and policymakers from around the world to share their knowledge and insights.

News

Call for Nominations

Last Call! May 15, 2023

The International Society for Ecological Economics (ISEE) announces the Bina Agarwal Prize for Young Scholars in Ecological Economics, to be awarded biennially for outstanding contributions to Ecological Economics.

This international Prize will be conferred biennially in recognition of outstanding research contributions in the field of Ecological Economics by scholars aged 45 or below. The Prize is being established by ISEE to honor pioneering intellectual contributions in the field of Ecological Economics, which is of critical importance today in global efforts to enhance human well-being and environmental sustainability, with social justice. The Prize will honor young scholars who have contributed significantly to this interdisciplinary field, primarily focusing on developing and least-developed countries.

ISEE members and regional societies of Ecological Economics members can nominate. Self-nominations are ineligible.

Fellowship

One-year Fellowship at “Young Academy for Sustainability Research” at Freiburg University

FRIAS, the Freiburg Institute for Advanced Studies, is inviting PostDocs from various disciplines to apply for a one-year Fellowship in the esteemed «Young Academy for Sustainability Research» (YAS). This position offers an E13 position at 100% employment, along with research cost contribution and conference support. Interested candidates can find comprehensive information and application details on the FRIAS website. The deadline for submitting applications is June 18, 2023.

Job Postings

PhD Positions in Ecological Economics & Political Ecology

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Environmental Sustainability
and Human Wellbeing

The University of Barcelona is offering an exciting PhD position in ecological economics and political ecology to study the impact of digitalisation, automation, and artificial intelligence on environmental sustainability and human wellbeing. The successful candidate will estimate the impact of different scenarios of digitalisation and AI on the labour and resource use requirements of economic activity and explore policy interventions to direct AI towards achieving a good life for all within planetary boundaries. The ideal candidate should have a background in ecological economics, computer science, environmental studies or other relevant natural/social sciences, and expertise in quantitative research methods. The position will be based in the Faculty of Economics, and the candidate will work under the primary supervision of Dr Dan O’Neill. The deadline for applications is May 19, 2023, and the salary is approximately €22,000 per year.

Degrowth Policies and Politics

The University of Barcelona is looking for a PhD candidate to work on a project focused on broadening the range of policy options to achieve climate neutrality. The project aims to identify, compare, and critically assess different visions of sustainability, sufficiency, and resilience, including degrowth policies and other post-growth paradigms. The candidate should have a background in ecological economics, political science, environmental studies, or other relevant natural/social sciences, and expertise in qualitative research methods is preferred. The successful candidate will be based in the Faculty of Economics at the University of Barcelona and will receive a salary of approximately €22,000 per year. The deadline for applications is May 19, 2023, and the start date is Spring/Summer 2024.

Regional Society News

#CANSEE2023 Conference

By design not disaster: Grounding economies during uncertain times

October 11, 12, & 13
York University, Toronto, ON

ECOECO Conference

XV Encontro Nacional da Sociedade Brasileira de Economia Ecológica (ECOECO)

The conference of the Brazilian Society for Ecological Economics (ECOECO) will be held in the beautiful Amazonian city of Santarém (Pará, Brazil), from the 7th to the 11th of November.

The theme is: Challenges and paths for an economy of sociobiodiversity in the Amazon.

The ISEE Journal, Ecological Economics

The journal is concerned with extending and integrating the understanding of the interfaces and interplay between «nature’s household» (ecosystems) and «humanity’s household» (the economy).

Ecological economics is an interdisciplinary field defined by a set of concrete problems or challenges related to governing economic activity in a way that promotes human well-being, sustainability, and justice. The journal thus emphasizes critical work that draws on and integrates elements of ecological science, economics, and the analysis of values, behaviors, cultural practices, institutional structures, and societal dynamics.

The journal is transdisciplinary in spirit and methodologically open, drawing on the insights offered by a variety of intellectual traditions, and appealing to a diverse readership.