Exploring land use conflicts arising from economic activities andtheir impacts on local communities in the European Arctic

The European Arctic is commonly thought of as a pristine and homogeneousarea. In reality, it is a diverse region experiencing growth relying on naturalresource extraction. Despite local communities being primarily affected byindustry activities, most socioeconomic impact assessments are conducted at...

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Published in:Journal of Land Use Science
Main Authors: Živojinović, Ivana, Elomina, Jerbelle, Pülzl, Helga, Calanasan, Karen, Dabić, Isidora, Ólafsdóttir, Rannveig, Siikavuopio, Sten Ivar, Iversen, Audun, Robertsen, Roy, Bjerke, Jarle W., Engen, Sigrid, Tømmervik, Hans, Bogadóttir, Ragnheidur, Moioli, Sara, Tuulentie, Seija, Rautio, Pasi, Lynge-Pedersen, Kristine, Lidestav, Gunn, Edvardsdóttir, Anna Guðrún, Nygaard, Vigdis
Format: Article in Journal/Newspaper
Language:English
Published: 2024
Subjects:
VDP::Basale biofag: 470
VDP::Basic biosciences: 470
Arctic
Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/11250/3145761
https://doi.org/10.1080/1747423X.2024.2382676
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Summary:The European Arctic is commonly thought of as a pristine and homogeneousarea. In reality, it is a diverse region experiencing growth relying on naturalresource extraction. Despite local communities being primarily affected byindustry activities, most socioeconomic impact assessments are conducted atthe macro level. This study addresses this gap by examining the impacts ofeconomic activities on local communities. Using secondary data and semi-structured interviews from 15 hubs in five European Arctic countries, thestudy draws on locally relevant insights. Findings indicate that many activitiesfocus on economic growth, and existing strategies do not adequately addressbiophysical boundaries. Furthermore, alternative activities need to be devel-oped in a more balanced manner that aligns with the needs of indigenousand local communities. Finally, participation of various actors in future devel-opments is critical to reduce the negative impacts of industry activities. Land use conflicts; forestry;indigenous people;extractive industries; tourism publishedVersion

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