The Climate-Conflict-Displacement Nexus from a Human Security Perspective

Climate change is causing significant shifts in human and ecological systems, leading to conflicts, human insecurity, and displacement. This book examines the climate-conflict-migration nexus from human security and resilience perspectives, exploring local and global response mechanisms and their implications.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 411 pages
Publication date: 04 April 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Climate change is profoundly impacting the planet, its ecosystems, and the evolution of human societies. The repercussions and disasters associated with this phenomenon are causing significant disruptions in the interconnected human and ecological systems, with far-reaching consequences. These shifts not only pose a threat to the survival of species and communities but are also emerging as drivers of conflicts, human insecurity, and displacement both within and across national borders. Recognizing these evolving dynamics, particularly in the context of the Anthropocene era, this book aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the climate-conflict-migration nexus from the perspectives of human security and resilience.

The central focus of the volume is to unpack the intricate dynamics linking climate change, conflict, and displacement. It explores the diverse local and global response mechanisms employed to address the nexus, evaluate their effectiveness, and identify their implications for the overall dynamics of the nexus. The book encompasses both conceptual research and empirical studies that draw lessons from a wide range of geographical, environmental, social, and policy contexts.

One of the key aspects of the book is its examination of the complex interplay between climate change, conflict, and displacement. It highlights how climate change can exacerbate existing conflicts, leading to increased violence, displacement, and social unrest. Similarly, conflicts can also contribute to climate change by altering land use patterns, deforestation, and resource extraction, which in turn can exacerbate environmental degradation and further exacerbate social tensions.

The book also explores the various coping strategies employed by individuals, communities, and governments in response to the climate-conflict-migration nexus. It examines the role of adaptation measures, such as climate change mitigation and resilience building, in mitigating the impacts of climate change and reducing the vulnerability of communities to conflict. It also examines the role of migration in managing the effects of climate change, both within and across borders.

Furthermore, the book examines the broader societal and political dimensions of the climate-conflict-migration nexus. It explores how climate change affects social structures, power dynamics, and governance systems, and how these in turn influence the response to the nexus. It also examines the role of international cooperation, policy frameworks, and financial resources in addressing the challenges posed by the nexus.

In conclusion, this book provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary analysis of the climate-conflict-migration nexus. It sheds light on the complex interplay between climate change, conflict, and displacement, and offers insights into the various local and global response mechanisms employed to address this pressing issue. By examining the nexus from human security and resilience perspectives, the book aims to contribute to a better understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing societies in the Anthropocene era.

Weight: 688g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030941468
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022