Hottest of the Hotspots: The Rise of Eco-precarious Conservation Labor in Madagascar (Critical Green Engagements: Investigating the Green Economy and its Alternatives)
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Book Synopsis: Continually recognized as one of the “hottest” of all the world’s biodiversity hotspots, the island of Madagascar has become ground zero for the most intensive market-based conservation interventions on Earth. This book details the rollout of market conservation programs, including the finding of drugs from nature—or “bioprospecting”—biodiversity offsetting, and the selling of blue carbon credits from mangroves. It documents the tensions that exist at the local level, as many of these programs incorporate populations highly dependent on the same biodiversity now turned into global commodities for purposes of saving it. Proponents of market conservation mobilize groups of ecologically precarious workers, or the local “eco-precariat,” who do the hidden work of collecting and counting species, monitoring and enforcing the vital biodiversity used in everything from drug discovery to carbon sequestration and large mining company offsets. Providing a voice for those community workers many times left out of environmental policy discussions, this volume proposes critiques that aim to build better conservation interventions with perspectives of the local eco-precariat.
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Discover the fascinating world of Madagascar's biodiversity with Hottest of the Hotspots: The Rise of Eco-precarious Conservation Labor in Madagascar. This critically acclaimed book delves into the intensive market-based conservation interventions happening on the island, making it ground zero for innovative approaches to saving the environment.
Unveiling the secrets of bioprospecting, biodiversity offsetting, and the sale of blue carbon credits, this book takes you on a journey through the intricate web of conservation programs. Experience the thrill of finding drugs from nature and witness the awe-inspiring role of mangroves in carbon sequestration.
But that's not all. Hottest of the Hotspots also sheds light on the struggles and tensions faced by local communities who rely heavily on the same biodiversity now transformed into global commodities. Meet the eco-precariat - the unsung heroes who work behind the scenes, collecting and counting species, monitoring biodiversity, and ensuring the success of conservation efforts.
Unlike other environmental policy discussions, this book gives a voice to the often marginalized community workers and offers critical insights to shape better conservation interventions. Join the movement and gain a deeper understanding of the local perspective with Hottest of the Hotspots: The Rise of Eco-precarious Conservation Labor in Madagascar.
Ready to embark on an unforgettable journey? Get your copy of Hottest of the Hotspots now and explore the captivating world of Madagascar's conservation labor. Take action for a greener planet today!
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