Elena Karam School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs, IE University, Madrid, Spain. Bachelor’s in Business Administration. E-mail: ekaram.ieu2024@student.ie.edu. Abstract Permafrost, which covers about 24% of the Northern Hemisphere, contains roughly half of the Earth’s organic carbon and plays a crucial role in climate regulation. However, rising global temperatures are...
Norah Kalousis School of Politics, Economics and Global Affairs, IE University, Madrid, Spain. Dual Degree in Law and International Relations. E-mail: nkalousis.ieu2022@student.ie.edu. Abstract With the Taliban back in power, the UN’s SDG 5 goal is more than threatened. With women excluded from society and banned from secondary school, women empowerment...
Amelia Gluszack Sciences Po Paris, Reims, France. E-mail: amelia.gluszak@sciencespo.fr. Abstract The Doughnut Economics model has emerged as a tool for achieving sustainable development that minimises the negative environmental impact and maximises social benefits. This article explores its efficiency as a blueprint for achieving Sustainable Development Goal 11 (SDG 11),...
Elektra Gea-Sereti Sciences Po, Reims, France. E-mail: elektra.geasereti@sciencespo.fr. Abstract For much of the world, going to sleep at night with a full stomach is habitual. Even with inflation and rising prices, people are still able to buy groceries. However, that is not the reality for a large portion of...
Jayveer Gautam School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs, IE University Madrid, Spain. Bachelor’s in International Relations. E-mail: jgautam.ieu2024@student.ie.edu. Abstract An important aspect of the sixth sustainable development goal (“ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all”) is the steps that governments take to improve the quality...
Miranda Freund Tavárez School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs, IE University, Madrid, Spain. Bachelor’s in International Relations. E-mail: mfreund.ieu2023@student.ie.edu. Abstract With a concentration on land-based environmental degradation, this article explores the deliberate weaponization of the environment as a means of achieving political, economic, and military objectives. It looks into...
Sofia Damásio School of Politics, Economics & Global Affairs, IE University, Madrid, Spain. Bachelor’s in International Relations. E-mail: sdamasio.ieu2022@student.ie.edu. Abstract This paper explores whether sustainability policies under the European Green Deal can stimulate green job creation without undermining business viability in Southern Europe. Focusing on countries with high unemployment, Portugal,...
Josephine Felappi Sciences Po Paris, Reims, France. E-mail: josephine.felappi@sciencespo.fr. Abstract Conflicts have plagued the Earth since the beginning of time. In 2015, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals were set with Goal 16 aiming to establish peace and strong institutions. Despite this, conflict remains a prevalent issue in society....
Ece Eroglu Sciences Po, Paris, France E-mail: ece.eroglu@sciencespo.fr. Abstract On February 6 and 20, 2023, devastating earthquakes struck southern and central Türkiye and northern Syria. These earthquakes resulted in high fatalities and catastrophic infrastructural damage. Hatay was one of the most affected provinces and faced severe educational disruptions: schools...
Cecilia Doeff Law School, IE University, Madrid, Spain. Bachelor of Laws. E-mail: cdoeff.ieu2021@student.ie.edu. Abstract This paper analyses the contradiction between Sustainable Development Goal 16 (SDG 16), which promotes peace, justice, and strong institutions; and the practices of the world’s major arms-exporting nations, many of whom are also leading advocates of...
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