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Markus Kröger @markuskroger.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

New open-access, co-authored publication by a group of Amazon researchers: "Global responsibility for Amazon conservation: why soy, beef imports and agrochemical overuse demand urgent international action" Read it here! doi.org/10.1080/1474... @exaltresearch.bsky.social @treesfordev.bsky.social

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Global responsibility for Amazon conservation: why soy, beef imports and agrochemical overuse demand urgent international action

Published in Globalizations (Ahead of Print, 2026)

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Markus Kröger @markuskroger.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Transformative resistances to extractivisms tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.... New special issue and its introductory article are now out, with Third World Quarterly. Here the abstract, co-written with Anja Nygren and Barry Gills @exaltresearch.bsky.social

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elia ayoub @ayoub.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Jesus. 35 UK universities quietly- without debate - joined the Ministry of Defence’s “Battlefield Alliance” which seeks to “reorientate academia towards Defence and National Security” They’re destroying the social sciences and humanities while militarising the institutions

• Durham University
• Newcastle University
• Northumbria University
• Lancaster University
• University of Cumbria
• University of Lancashire
• University of Liverpool
• University of Manchester
• University of Huddersfield
• University of Sheffield
• University of York
• Loughborough University
• University of Lincoln
• University of Nottingham
• Aston University
• University of Birmingham
• University of Warwick
• King's College London
• Kingston University
• Queen Mary University of London
• University College London
• University of Oxford
• University of Portsmouth
• University of Surrey
• University of Bath
• University of Bristol
• University of Exeter
• University of Plymouth
• University of Edinburgh
• University of Glasgow
• University of Strathclyde
• Cardiff University
• Swansea University
• Queens University Belfast
• Cranfield University

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
14 July 2026
UK Universities Betray Public Trust by Joining MoD's 'Battlefield Advantage' Alliance
Without Debate
A coalition of campaign groups has accused UK universities of quietly integrating themselves into Britain's defence infrastructure after 35 institutions signed up to the Ministry of Defence's Defence Universities Alliance (DUA).
The Ministry of Defence says the alliance aims to "reorientate academia towards Defence and National Security", strengthen links between universities and the defence sector, and translate research into "battlefield advantage".
Campaigners say the move represents a significant shift in the role of higher education and has taken place without meaningful public debate.
Among the founding members are the University of Oxford, University College London, King's College London, the University of Manchester, the University of Edinburgh, Cardiff University and Queen's University Belfast.
"We are witnessing the formal incorporation of Britain's universities into the defence ecosystem," said Jinsella Kennaway, Founder and Executive Director of Demilitarise Education.
"The Ministry of Defence is explicit about its intentions. Universities exist to advance knowledge and foster critical inquiry, not to become pipelines for military research and defence recruitment.
Students and staff deserve to know who agreed to this and why."
Campaigners are calling on all 35 universities to publish the governance documents and board minutes relating to their decision to join the alliance, and to explain whether staff and students were consulted.
Many UK universities already maintain relationships with major defence companies, including BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, Leonardo, Thales, Lockheed Martin and QinetiQ. Critics argue that the DUA formalises and accelerates the integration of academia, industry and the state.
The coalition warns that, at a time of rising defence spending, universities risk becoming increasingly aligned with governme…

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Journal of Political Ecology @jpoliticalecology.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Tornel, C., López Gómez, A. L. & Martinez-Alier, J., (2026) “Major Latin American contributions to global political ecology and environmental justice”, Journal of Political Ecology 33(1): 9615. doi: doi.org/10.2458/jpe....

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Major Latin American contributions to global political ecology and environmental justice

This article examines Latin America's critical contributions to global political ecology through concepts such as extractivism, ecological debt, ecologically unequal exchange, epistemic equity, body-t...

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EXALT Research @exaltresearch.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

We are excited to see this article out by Nico Edwards!

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EXALT Research @exaltresearch.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Throwback! Check out, founder, Barry Gills overview on extractivisms and alternatives from the 2021 conference! www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9JQ... @pollenetwork.bsky.social #extractivism #energy #climate

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Rupture Press @rupturepress.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Thanks @Exalt for featuring this book! You know we recommend it!

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Patrick Bresnihan @pbresnihan.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Looking forward to speaking at this with @dondeniamh.bsky.social, Paulie Doyle and Kelly Earley next Tuesday 11th August. We'll be talking about AI warfare, drones, data centres, the tech sector and militarisation, and Peter Thiel. Tickets and info: www.takeyourseats.ie/readme/kille...

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Patrick Bresnihan @pbresnihan.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

I really hope so. 'The book is a key tool in the struggle for environmental justice framed by a vision of a better, fairer Ireland in a better, fairer world.’ Robbie McVeigh www.connollybooks.org/product/from...

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The European Group for the Study of Deviance and Social Control @europeangroup.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Here is a leaflet with our fantastic programme (abridged version). Stay tuned—the full version will be available next week!

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EXALT Research @exaltresearch.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Check out this keynote we hosted of Japhy in 2023 www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDGK...

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EXALT Research @exaltresearch.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

We want to showcase & alert people to this excellent book @rupturepress.bsky.social, demonstrating "Gonzo Ethnography" & the cycles of struggle on the Ecuadorian oil frontier! www.rupturepress.org/savageroad @pollenetwork.bsky.social @activedistribution.bsky.social #extractivism

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MiningWatch Canada @miningwatch.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Canada is trying to speed up mining project approvals and we've got big concerns. See why this is a terrible idea in our response to the federal govt's "Getting Major Projects Built in Canada - Discussion Paper on Proposed Legislative, Regulatory, & Policy Reforms". miningwatch.ca/2026/7/15/co...

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Rupture Press @rupturepress.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

We are pleased to see @akpress.org feature our beloved "A We Without A State"by Yásnaya Elena Aguilar Gil, translated by JD Pluecker! Check our website for new titles: www.rupturepress.org/book-series-1 Thanks to AK & @pmpressuk.bsky.social @pmpress.bsky.social for distributing out books!😺🙏

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Journal of Political Ecology @jpoliticalecology.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Braucher, C. & Armiero, M., (2026) “Lithium supply chain metabolism, a conflict-based analysis”, Journal of Political Ecology 33(1): 8782. doi: doi.org/10.2458/jpe.... @pollenetwork.bsky.social @icta-uab.bsky.social

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Journal of Political Ecology @jpoliticalecology.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Hernández Westpfahl, R., (2026) “State selectivities in Mexico's 4th transformation: Indigenous consultation in the San José Mining Project, Oaxaca, Mexico”, Journal of Political Ecology 33(1): 8349. doi: doi.org/10.2458/jpe.... @pollenetwork.bsky.social

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EXALT Research @exaltresearch.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

We are particularly excited for this innovative & accurate take on "startup extractivism" @jpoliticalecology.bsky.social with this new surge within mining companies. @pollenetwork.bsky.social @eadi.bsky.social #geography #anthropology

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Journal of Political Ecology @jpoliticalecology.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

Deberdt, R., (2026) “Startup extractivism: The political ecology of critical minerals processing in the United States”, Journal of Political Ecology 33(1): 8684. doi: doi.org/10.2458/jpe.... @pollenetwork.bsky.social

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Journal of Political Ecology @jpoliticalecology.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Sandroni, L., Tarin, B. & Robb Larkins, E., (2026) “Insights from the grassroots: Political ecology of Brazilian environmental justice movements”, Grassroots: Journal of Political Ecology 33(1): 10082. doi: doi.org/10.2458/jpe....

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Insights from the grassroots: Political ecology of Brazilian environmental justice movements

Latin American political ecology has advanced a rigorous critique of mainstream development models predicated on intensive extraction of natural resources. In Brazil, the diversity of environmental ju...

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Geo: Geography and Environment @geoopenaccess.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

New in Geo: 'The Amazonian common use territory: Pluriverse or insurgent universality?' by @jfraser.bsky.social et al. This paper analyses Brazil's first Território de Uso Comum, drawing on Karen Ng's interpretation of Fanon's concept of concrete universal humanity. doi.org/10.1002/geo2...

Screenshot of a paper abstract in Geo: Geography and Environment by James A. Fraser, Mauricio Torres, Luke Parry, Wilde Itaborahy, Victoria Frausin, Natalia Guerrero & Josinaldo Aleixo (2025) entitled: 'The Amazonian Common Use Territory: Pluriverse or Insurgent Universality?' with an orange banner at the top.

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Geo: Geography and Environment @geoopenaccess.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

🌎New in Geo🌎 'Beyond alternative energy markets without morals: Examining the North Carolina clean energy plan in Robeson County, NC, USA' by Sebastian Boute & @socistmjs.bsky.social This commentary examines solar energy in Robeson County through the lens of energy justice doi.org/10.1002/geo2...

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Beyond Alternative Energy Markets Without Morals: Examining the North Carolina Clean Energy Plan in Robeson County, NC, USA

This commentary critically examines the North Carolina Clean Energy Plan (CEP) through the lens of energy justice, focusing on Robeson County, North Carolina, USA—a region paradoxically leading in so...

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Xander Dunlap @drxdunlap.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Check it out! A new publication @geoopenaccess.bsky.social explicitly discussing the relationship between sacrifice zones, extractivism, green colonialism & the politics behind them🔥 @pollenetwork.bsky.social @eadi.bsky.social

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AK Press @akpress.org · 16/07/2026

Preorder now from AK Press (www.akpress.org/anarchist-pa...) or our comrades at @burningbooks.bsky.social, and we'll donate 10% to The Jericho Movement, supporting its work to free political prisoners in the United States.

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Rachel Hands @rachelhands.com · 21/07/2026

sitting in line for a staggeringly boring bank errand feels like a good time to tell you all about this koozie that @akpress.org sent me when I ordered A We Without A State

small book/manifesto, A WE WITHOUT A STATE, by Yásnaya Elena Aguilar Gil, translated by JD Pluecker

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Progress in Human Geography @proghumgeog.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

🌎 New paper published in Progress in Human Geography 🌎 'Geographies of biosecurity: Racialized vulnerability, colonial extraction, and a new critical consciousness' by Carolyn Prouse and Mohammed Rafi Arefin journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/... @carolynprouse.bsky.social

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Rupture Press @rupturepress.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

We have a new blog post from the Knus Krigsmaskinen! (re)habitation! www.rupturepress.org/blog/why-sma... Defending land in Norway against the largest explosives factory. This post talks about solidarity in preparation for an upcoming event⬇️ #ZAD #antimilitarism @pollenetwork.bsky.social

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The Final Straw Radio @thefinalstrawradio.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

M.V. Ramana, author of "Nuclear Is Not The Solution" ( @versobooks.bsky.social , 2024) on Nuclear energy, it’s proposal as a clean option for power to counter fossil fuels amidst the climate crisis, it’s ties to weapons development and other topics. thefinalstrawradio.noblogs.org/post/2026/07...

the book cover of "Nuclear Is Not The Solution" featuring a photo of a nuclear plant and steam clouds plus the words "TFSR 7-19-26 | A Long and Deadly Con: Nuclear Power and Weapons with M.V. Ramana"

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POLLEN - Political Ecology Network @pollenetwork.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

New on Undisciplined Environments. 🌲🌍 How commons-based, community-grounded approaches to CO₂ removal might open emancipatory paths beyond market-driven, tech fixes — while still demanding emissions cuts and justice. #ClimateJustice #NegativeEmissions undisciplinedenvironments.org/2026/01/28/n...

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Negative Emissions as Commons? - Undisciplined Environments

By Felix Krawczyk Negative emissions are often categorically rejected, yet they can also have emancipatory potential. In recent years, the commitment to the goal of...

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Nico @nicosananes.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Article alert 📣 My new open access piece with @politicalgeography.bsky.social digs into the conundrum of war's decarbonisation & the perversion of lower-carbon technologies into battlefield & business opportunities: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... Read, share, comment!

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Rupture Press @rupturepress.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

An event by @rupturepress.bsky.social and @pollenetwork.bsky.social on June 27, from 15:30 to 21:30 at La Cinètika, Barcelona Join and share! @drxdunlap.bsky.social @squirrelista.bsky.social @degrowth.bsky.social !!

Political ecology strugggling: Between industrial extermination & genocidal wars

Location: La Cinètika, Passeig de Fabra i Puig 28, 08030 Barcelona, Spain

Programme from 15:30 to 21:30
Skillshare workshops
Food
Panel discussion: Can academics struggle? If so, how?
Book and Zine distro
Exciting Entertainment

Organisers: Undisciplined Environments, Rupture Press, Human Geography Journal

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Xander Dunlap @drxdunlap.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

New article @geoopenaccess.bsky.social ...between sacrifice areas, extractivism, (green) colonialism & the central role of the state. @pollenetwork.bsky.social @eadi.bsky.social @beyondextraction.bsky.social #climate #colonialism ➡️https://rgs-ibg.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/geo2.70069

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Rupture Press @rupturepress.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Upcoming Event! Political Ecology Struggling: Between Industrial Extermination & Genocidal Wars Come join the early Political Ecology Network (POLLEN) @pollenetwork.bsky.social event on June 27, 15:30 to 21:30 at La Cinètika in Barcelona More info below 1/3 www.rupturepress.org/blog/pre-pol...

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Pre-POLLEN: Rupture Press & Undisciplined Environments Invitational: June 27, 15:30 to 21:30 at La Cinètika — RUPTURE PRESS

This post announces the Pre-Political Ecology Network (POLLEN) event in Barcelona, June 27, 2026.

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Xander Dunlap @drxdunlap.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

🚨New 🔓 Article! @Globalizations w/ Benjamin Sovacool & Bojana Novakovic @IGS_BU Though the lens of extractive subjectivities, we explore the Kennecott mines social impact & decarbonization strategies. ➡️https://doi.org/10.1080/14747731.2025.2465069 #degrowth #climate @pollenetwork.bsky.social

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Xander Dunlap @drxdunlap.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

🚨NEW ARTICLE @journalofpolit1 ! @BenjaminSovaco1 & I delve into solar panel manufacturing, finding unexpected challenges, harms & ways to improve the process. ➡️https://journals.librarypublishing.arizona.edu/jpe/article/id/6222/ #energy #degrowth #climate @politicalecology.bsky.social

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