Environmentalism of the Poor: Challenging Mainstream Environmentalism and Linking Ecology with Social Justice Abstract The concept of “Environmentalism of the Poor” offers a powerful challenge to mainstream environmental discourse, which often centers on conservationist, technocratic, or market-driven approaches to sustainability. Coined and developed notably by Joan Martínez-Alier and Ramachandra Guha, this framework foregrounds the struggles … Continue reading How does the concept of ‘Environmentalism of the Poor’ challenge mainstream environmental discourse and highlight the intersection of ecological sustainability and social justice?