Social Movements, Public Spheres and the European Politics of the Environment

Discover the intricate relationship between social movements and environmental politics in "Social Movements, Public Spheres and the European Politics of the Environment" by Hein-Anton van der Heijden. Published by Palgrave Macmillan in 2010, this engaging paperback spans 222 pages, offering a comprehensive exploration of how the European environmental movement shapes policy discourse.

In this insightful analysis, van der Heijden examines critical environmental issues, including biodiversity, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), Trans-European Transport Networks, and climate change. The author delves into the influence of public spheres and social movements on the definitions of environmental problems and the strategies designed to address them within European politics.

Ideal for students, researchers, and anyone interested in environmental policy, this book is a must-read for understanding the dynamic interactions between society and public policy in the context of environmental challenges across Europe.