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Social-ecological transformation

The current economic system is in an acute crisis, which is being reflected in all aspects of the society in Europe and globally. A transition of the economic system is a possible solution for exiting the multiple crises. The socio-ecological dimension is the starting point for this transition. Questions of a just energy production, distribution and administration, of the efficiency of financialisation of concepts such as “natur” or services and of a clean and sustainable energy are being focused on. We are talking about a resource and environmental friendly generation of energy and raw materials. We are also talking about a democratic and inclusive administration of energy and industry. And we are of course talking about sustainability and fairness in distribution: jobs, basic living services and quality of life are of one making. Our publications and events in this section focus on this transition.

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Resistance and Resilience in Sápmi

Gabriel Kuhn
Northern ExposureSocial-ecological transformation
The Sámi, spread out over the northern parts of the nation-state territories of Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia, are the only indigenous people recognised within the European Union. A young generation of Sámi activists is currently at the forefront of social struggles in northern Europe, rejecting “green ... read more "Resistance and Resilience in Sápmi"
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Call for offers: Video producer for a video on EU green energy transition

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The Rosa Luxemburg Foundation, a nationally and internationally active German political foundation, is committed to the thoughts and actions of its namesake, the socialist Rosa Luxemburg: We are committed to peace, democracy, social justice and democratic socialism. The project ... read more "Call for offers: Video producer for a video on EU green energy transition"
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Call for proposals: Author for study on EU industrial policy for green steel

Social-ecological transformation
The Rosa Luxemburg Foundation, a nationally and internationally active German political foundation, is committed to the thoughts and actions of its namesake, the socialist Rosa Luxemburg: We are committed to peace, democracy, social justice and democratic socialism. The project... read more "Call for proposals: Author for study on EU industrial policy for green steel"
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Reorganizing Production to Serve Life, Not Profit

Jason Hickel, Don Kalb, Maria Dyveke Styve, Federico Tomasone
Social-ecological transformation
Jason Hickel on ecology, capitalism, and socialist strategy in the twenty-first century On 15 May 2025, economic anthropologist, degrowth theorist, and author of popular works such as Less is More Jason Hickel delivered a provocative lectio magistralis as part of the Third Annual GRIP Lecture at the ... read more "Reorganizing Production to Serve Life, Not Profit"
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An EU Investment Package for Clean Industry?

Uwe Witt
Social-ecological transformation
How the European Commission’s so-called “Clean Industrial Deal” fails to live up to its name Is a strategy for climate-friendly industry in Europe really credible if it barely receives any funding and is accompanied by the loosening of already weak sustainability rules for imported goods? The EU Commission... read more "An EU Investment Package for Clean Industry?"
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Sweden’s “Green Transition”: Opportunities and Challenges

Arne Müller
Northern ExposureSocial-ecological transformation
In northern Sweden, the rapid expansion of green industries is transforming the region—but at what cost? As billions are invested in new mines, battery factories, and wind farms—investments are expected to reach 1,400 billion SEK (€120 billion) by 2040—local communities are caught between... read more "Sweden’s “Green Transition”: Opportunities and Challenges"
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Rethinking Agricultural Markets: Insights from the International Conference of Researchers and Farmers

Federico Tomasone
Social-ecological transformation
As the European Union moves toward the next phase of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) for 2027-2034, questions about market regulation, food sovereignty, and sustainability have never been more urgent. The International Conference of Researchers and ... read more "Rethinking Agricultural Markets: Insights from the International Conference of Researchers and Farmers"
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Industrial Policy and Workers’ Rights in the Twin Transition: A Call to Action

Federico Tomasone
Social-ecological transformation
The international conference on industrial policies and workers’ rights in the twin ecological and digital transition, held on 10 January in Milan, provided a crucial space for political and strategic discussion among trade unions and workers representatives. Organised by ... read more "Industrial Policy and Workers’ Rights in the Twin Transition: A Call to Action"
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