Socio-environmental vulnerabilities and water conflicts: an analysis from the perspective of political ecology

• Grant number: 24/10322-0
• Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Scientific Initiation
• Start date: October 01, 2024
• End date: September 30, 2025
• Field of knowledge: Applied Social Sciences - Economics
• Principal Investigator: Bruna Angela Branchi
• Grantee: Vitória Ignácio Guilherme
• Host Institution: Escola de Economia e Negócios (EEN). Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Campinas (PUC-CAMP). Campinas , SP, Brazil

Abstract

This research project aims to analyze environmental conflicts related to water in the Brazilian context, using a political ecology approach. Starting from understanding water as an essential and central resource for society, the study seeks to investigate the various dimensions of these conflicts, including their causes, the actors involved, and the impacts on vulnerable groups. The research will employ a descriptive and qualitative methodology based on a review of literature and documents to build a solid theoretical foundation and identify the different types of water conflicts prevalent in Brazil. Multiple data sources will also be consulted to ensure a comprehensive and thorough analysis of environmental conflicts. The research results are expected to enhance the understanding of water-related conflicts in Brazil and contribute to the development of more effective water resource management policies promoting sustainable development