Ecological Transition: Theory and Practice

This lecture by the instructor from UNIL introduces the concept of ecological transition, aiming to shift from the current global economy to a sustainable society. It explores the need for defining a starting point and a desired final state, using indicators like ecological footprint and Human Development Index. The lecture delves into the complexity, multidimensionality, uncertainty, and potential disparities of such transitions, emphasizing the importance of social justice and innovation. It also discusses the nature and scale of change required, from incremental adjustments to fundamental societal transformations. The dynamics of transition are analyzed through the Multi-level perspective model, showcasing interactions between macro, meso, and micro levels of change, using the example of mobility regimes.