Political Theory and Global Climate Action: Recasting the Public Sphere (Routledge Focus on Philosophy)

Book Details

• Publisher: Routledge

• Author: Idil Boran

• Edition: 1

• Binding: Hardcover

• ISBN: 9781138303621

• Pages: 98

• Languages: English

• Release Date: 09-10-2018

• Package Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.7 x 0.5 inches

About The Book
"Political Theory and Global Climate Action" by Idil Boran offers a thought-provoking exploration of the roles played by nonstate and substate actors in the global effort to address climate change. As cities, regions, businesses, civil society networks, and other institutions engage in actions to combat climate change, this book highlights how these actors are reshaping the future of climate governance.

Boran challenges the conventional understanding of political theory by advocating for a broader perspective on climate action—one that centers around a diverse array of actors at various levels. While recognizing the importance of the state and multilateral agreements, Boran argues that social transformation in the context of climate change is significantly driven by the continuous engagement of nonstate actors, whose efforts often have local roots but extend across borders.

Drawing on concepts from political theory, the book brings together the study of the public sphere and scholarship on transnational climate governance. Boran examines the evolving nature of climate action, focusing on questions of equity and justice and the changing patterns of practice that contribute to low-carbon and climate-resilient transformations. This unique work is invaluable for political philosophers, scholars of governance and politics, and anyone involved in or interested in the political and social implications of global climate action.