Ken Conca
Professor in the Department of Environment, Development, and Health within the School of International Service at American University, researching global environmental politics with a focus on water governance.
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May 18, 2025 • 49min
Ken Conca, "After the Floods: The Search for Resilience in Ellicott City" (Oxford UP, 2024)
Ken Conca, a Professor at American University, dives into the heart of Ellicott City, where he faced two devastating floods in just over a year. Drawing from his experience and research on environmental politics, he explores community resilience amidst climate change. The conversation reveals the tension between preserving local identity and adapting to future challenges. Conca emphasizes the necessity of inclusive governance and the role of community narratives in shaping effective responses to environmental risks. A thought-provoking discussion on navigating resilience and identity!
May 11, 2025 • 49min
Ken Conca, "After the Floods: The Search for Resilience in Ellicott City" (Oxford UP, 2024)
Ken Conca, a professor specializing in global environmental politics, discusses resilience in Ellicott City, which faced two severe floods in just over a year. He shares personal insights about the town's historical identity and the political tensions that emerged during recovery efforts. Conca examines the clash between preserving heritage and implementing sustainable solutions in flood-prone areas. He emphasizes the need for inclusive community dialogues surrounding water governance, urging that lessons from Ellicott City can inform similar challenges elsewhere.
