The Routledge Handbook of Arctic Governance

This handbook centers around how justice, security, and sustainability shape Arctic governance. It will be of interest to scholars and students of global governance, security studies, environmental studies, and geopolitics, offering insights into the region’s pressing social, environmental, and geopolitical issues.

The Routledge Handbook of Arctic Governance edited by Elena Conde and Corine Wood-Donnelly, is a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted issues surrounding governance in the Arctic region. Delving into the complex intersections of justice, sustainability, and security in Arctic politics, it is divided into six sectionsPerspectives and Governance DynamicsIndigenous AgencySecurity and (Geo)Political StrategiesEthics and JusticeOcean Legal and Environmental ChallengesSustainable Development and Economic Challengesa Final Chapter and an Epilogue, this multidisciplinary volume unites scholars across the social sciences to offer a comprehensive exploration of Arctic governanceBuilding on the Horizon 2020 JUSTNORTH project, the volume highlights the importance of influencing regulatory frameworks to ensure sustainable economic development and just societies in the Arctic. It shows how security concerns permeate all levels of governance—from national military strategies to community-level human security, where adaptation to climate change is crucial. This handbook serves as a vital resource for understanding how justice, security, and sustainability shape Arctic governance. It will be of interest to scholars and students of global governance, security studies, environmental studies, and geopolitics, offering insights into the region’s pressing social, environmental, and geopolitical issues.