Hamza Hamouchene

In this engaging discussion, Hamza Hamouchene, a London-based Algerian researcher-activist, shares his journey from cancer research to climate justice advocacy. He highlights the detrimental impact of capitalism on health and the environment, linking rising disease rates to exploitative practices. They explore systemic injustices affecting marginalized communities and the need for grassroots movements. Hamza emphasizes the importance of eco-socialism, calling for a revolutionary approach to health as a public good, free from commodification.

Hamza Hamouchene and Katie Sandwell discuss their book "Dismantling Green Colonialism: Energy and Climate Justice in the Arab Region." They explore the concept of a just transition, the challenges faced during publication, and the need to address issues of poverty, exploitation, and war alongside energy. They also delve into environmental orientalism and its connection to just transition, as well as the concepts of green colonialism and green grabbing. The speakers analyze the impact of green colonialism in the Arab region, including settler colonial projects in Palestine and Morocco. They also highlight the negative consequences of export-oriented projects driven by foreign agendas and the dangers of privatization and commodification of essential resources.