Summary

In this episode of Law at the End of the World, Elizabeth Macpherson speaks with our guest Dr Ritodhi Chakraborty about his journey into academia. He shares highlights the importance of the humanities and social sciences in contributing to the world's most pressing issues and that environmental sciences could benefit from expanding into alternative knowledges to ensure their work is grounded in diverse knowledge systems. He introduces the concept of maladaptation, critiques traditional environmentalism, and stresses upon the significance of Indigenous knowledge in climate solutions.

The conversation also explores the ethics of research, the need for interdisciplinary approaches, and the importance of community engagement in achieving justice.

The episode concludes with Cristy and Liz's reflections and updates on the recent developments in environmental law.

Show notes:

• UBC Professors’ Attempt to Deny the Facts of Law and History
• For more on our guest Dr Ritodhi Chakraborty's work - click here
• Te Ture Whakatupua mō Te Kāhui Tupua 2025/Taranaki Maunga Collective Redress Act 2025 No 1
• The United Nations General Assembly includes the human right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment: the ocean and human rights
• Mehta, L. The Challenges of Decolonising Sustainability and the Environment in Development Studies (DS). Eur J Dev Res (2025). Read the article
• The 2025 LSAANZ Conference: Rights, Relationality, Resilience, Reciprocity, University of Canterbury - call for abstracts - 2025 LSAANZ Conference | University of Canterbury
• Round table exploration of the issues surrounding climate change and class discrimination law

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