Optimisation, polarisation, peripheralisation: alternative development paths of the regions of the East and North Finland in the frame of spatial justice

• Published in: Alue ja Ympäristö
• Main Author: Halonen, Maija
• Format: Article in Journal/Newspaper
• Language: Finnish
• Published: Alue- ja ympäristötutkimuksen seura 2023
• Subjects: kestävyysmurros; alueellinen oikeudenmukaisuus; aluekehitys; vaihtoehtoinen polku; periferia; sustainability transition; spatial justice; regional development; periphery; alternative path; Periferia; North Finland
• Online Access: https://aluejaymparisto.journal.fi/article/view/130476; https://doi.org/10.30663/ay.130476

The green economy, growth and transition stand out from the policy narratives of sustainable development. Policy programmes, agendas and strategies aim to direct development into the post-fossil and post-plastic society. In addition, the transition should be fair and just for different people, commu...