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The Weekly Bulletin for 20 September 2023

ISEE Biennial Conference

In just a little over four weeks, you have a remarkable opportunity to seamlessly merge an unforgettable vacation experience with an exceptional chance to expand your knowledge.

Imagine immersing yourself next month in affordable accommodations, delving deep into the rich tapestry of history, connecting with breathtaking wildlife and flora, and relaxing on pristine beaches. During this period, you’ll also actively participate in the 17th Biennial Conference of the International Society for Ecological Economics in the enchanting city of Santa Marta, Colombia.

This event assures the convergence of brilliant minds, creativity, and a collaborative spirit, all devoted to shaping a brighter future for our planet.

Space is becoming limited, so don’t miss out—act now by visiting https://2023.isecoeco.org/.

Don’t forget to use our #ISEEColombia2023 hashtag on social media. 

Call for candidates for ISEE Board

Are you interested in serving on the Board of ISEE?

Terms are for two years, starting in January. We are seeking enthusiastic people from all over the world, and especially, new members who will engage in communications, rev up our social media, engage more fully with our regional societies, help find new ways to promote ecological economics, seek out like-minded organizations, join our webinars, and help with our next Biennial Conference.

Send an expression of interest to secretariat@isecoeco.org before the end of September.

Doing Ecological Economics (DEE) Seminars

Topic: Ethical underpinnings for the economy of the Anthropocene: Sustainability ethics as key to a sustainable economy

The discussion will also have reference to moral philosophy, philosophy of economics and the place of ethics in the history of economic thought.

When: 4 October 2023 at 16:00 CET

Guest: Christian U. Becker

Host: ISEE Board Member Zafarani Uwingabire – Find her on LinkedIn or X. 

Where: Live on Youtube – Subscribe today for notifications! 

Job Opportunities

Faculty of Geosciences at Utrecht University

The Faculty of Geosciences at Utrecht University is seeking a dynamic and visionary candidate to fill the newly established position of Professor of Multilevel Sustainability Policy and Governance. This full-time professorship is affiliated with the Environmental Governance group within the Department of Sustainable Development, also known as the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing research on multilevel policy and governance to support just sustainability transformations and innovative societal changes. Key research themes include exploring the roles of actors and institutions in governance, examining the normative foundations of governance in terms of justice and democratic legitimacy, and investigating the link between governance and societal transformations. In addition to leading research programs, the professor will enhance teaching programs, collaborate with experts from academia, public, and private sectors, contribute to interdisciplinary education, and participate in management and leadership activities within the Environmental Governance group and the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development.

The position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work within a vibrant and inclusive academic environment dedicated to addressing global sustainability challenges. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by October 13, 2023, for consideration in this exciting opportunity to shape the future of sustainability policy and governance.

Post-doc Positions in Italy

Regional Society Conferences

#CANSEE2023 Conference

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

With keynotes from Vandana Shiva, Ellen Quigley, and Joshtrom Isaac Kureethadam, and more!

By design or by disaster, the global economy must be fundamentally transformed, as we come to terms with the biophysical limits of our finite planet, as well as the inequalities and instabilities that are being reinforced in the name of growth. This conference aims to deepen awareness and strengthen the agency of diverse stakeholders, to explore and mobilize alternative economic futures. 

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.

XI Conference on Ecological Economics
VIII International Course on Ecological Economics

The Argentine-Uruguayan Association of Ecological Economics, ASAUEE, is pleased to invite you to the 11th Conference on Ecological Economics. They will be held between November 13 and 18, 2023.

The activities will begin with the 8th International Course on Ecological Economics open to the community to be held at the National University of Villa Maria in person and virtually, on November 13 and 14. The deadline for presentations of papers is extended until 17 September. Communication of approved abstracts is expected 2 October. Submit abstracts. 

From November 15 to 17 at the National University of Río Cuarto will be held the 11th Conference on Ecological Economics and will develop the worktables, book presentations, central panels and lectures. The activities will be face-to-face.

On Saturday, November 18, a half-day field trip to the Basin is scheduled Alta del Río Cuarto/Chocancharava and mountain area. It will be subject to weather issues and a maximum number of people.

INSEE International Conference

Twelfth INSEE Biennial Conference
31 January – 02 February 2024

Indian Society for Ecological Economics 12th Bienniel Conference
SDGs and Climate Change: Understanding the Imperatives and Intersections

The last date for receipt of extended abstracts has been extended to 8 September 2023. 

ESEE-Degrowth 2024 Pontevedra Conference

The Joint 10th International Degrowth Conference/15th Conference of the European Society for Ecological Economics (ESEE)
June 18-21, 2024
Pontevedra (Galicia, Spain)

This joint conference will take place within the framework of the “Pontevedra ESEE-Degrowth 2024” activities, turning Pontevedra into the European capital of degrowth in 2024.

The event, titled ‘Science, Technology, and Innovation beyond growth: Cultivating collective creativity for a sustainable future,’ will feature two distinct types of activities:

• The main conference (The Conference) will encompass a diverse range of sessions, including academic lectures, expert panels, and artistic workshops. The Call for Special Sessions and presentation abstracts will open in September.
• Civic engagement and citizen-oriented initiatives (Beyond the Conference) will be organized during the whole year and during the days of the Conference when there will be special activities at multiple locations throughout the city.

The Local Organizing Committee, Chaired by Mario Pansera (University of Vigo), extends a heartfelt invitation to everyone to join us in the welcoming city of Pontevedra.

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.