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October 10, 2025European Journal of Social TheoryOpen Access

Planetary emergency, fossil-authoritarian hope and the dilemma of social theory: An introduction

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IBIngolfur BlühdornVienna University of Economics and BusinessBSBenjamin Seyd

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Implication

This introduction examines the links between social theory and eco-emancipatory projects, highlighting their relevance in addressing socio-ecological crises.

Key Points

  • The article critiques the intertwining of eco-activist despair with populism, emphasizing its impact on societal futures.
  • It discusses the limitations of eco-emancipatory thinking and the necessity of integrating social theory for deeper understanding.
  • The paper argues for a renewed approach to social theory that critically investigates the eco-emancipatory project.
  • It aims to address societal polarization by fostering new perspectives in social theory amid pressing ecological challenges.

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Blühdorn et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68e861a57ef2f04ca37e4532https://doi.org/10.1177/13684310251383470
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