Towards a Relational Theory of Value
Kai and others argued that the complete domination of economics in policymaking is a problem, and that what’s needed is an alternative (relational) theory of value. This is the introductory editorial to a special feature in People and Nature.
Chan et al, multiple values of nature and a coherent theory of value
Chan, K.M.A., R.K. Gould, C. Maller, R. Fish, R.S. Hails and K.J. Gaston “The multiple values of nature show the lack of a coherent theory of value—In any context.” People and Nature n/a(n/a). Doi: 10.1002/pan3.70039
Kai appointed Commissioning Editor at People and Nature
After serving six years as a Founding Lead Editor, Kai is now Commissioning Editor at the British Ecological Society journal, People and Nature. In this role, Kai is commissioning three new kinds of articles. Check out this blog post to suggest someone or a topic, or to see if one of your ideas might fit.
Eyster et al., Theories of human action in conservation research
Eyster, H.N., R.K. Gould, K.M.A. Chan and T. Satterfield (2025). “Use of theories of human action in recent conservation research.” Conservation Biology 39(2): e14461. Doi: 10.1111/cobi.14461
Woodburn et al., Climate change affecting coastal ecosystems
Woodburn, E., C.C. Murray, E.J. Gregr, K.M.A. Chan and A. Stock (2025). “The many pathways of climate change affecting coastal ecosystems: a case study of western Vancouver Island, Canada.” FACETS 10: 1-18. Doi: 10.1139/facets-2024-0043