Social Science Theory for Environmental Sustainability: A Practical Guide

by Marc J. Stern

Social-ecological challenges call for a far better integration of the social sciences into conservation training and practice. Environmental problems are, first and foremost, people problems. Without better understandings of the people involved, solutions are often hard to come by, regardless of expertise in biology, ecology, or other traditional conservation sciences. This novel book provides an accessible survey of a broad range of theories widely applicable to environmental problems that students and practitioners can apply to their work. It serves as a simple reference guide to illuminate the value and utility of social science theories for the practice of environmental conservation. As part of the Techniques in Ecology and Conservation Series, it will be a vital resource for conservation scientists, students, and practitioners to better navigate the social complexities of applying their work to real-world problem-solving.

300 pages, Paperback

Published September 19, 2018

Reviews

[Dustin]

An incredible guide to building stakeholder coalitions, mediation, and communication within the field of natural resources & sustainability.

[Jessica Majors]

Read it for class. A really good guide for biologists, managers of the environment to learn how to incorporate social sciences into their jobs and better interact with stakeholders.