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Political ecology critically analyzes environmental issues, focusing on power, justice, and inequality. It highlights the need for decolonization, Indigenous knowledge, and equitable solutions for global sustainability.

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  • To examine the discipline of political ecology and its relevance in understanding environmental change impacts.
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