Carbon Capture and the Political Capture of Nature in Iceland
In this episode, we speak with anthropologist Cody Skahan about carbon capture and storage (CCS) in Iceland and the Nordic region. Drawing on fieldwork with environmental activists, scientists, and local communities, Cody explores how climate technologies like CCS are reshaping landscapes, economies, and political relationships. From geothermal power plants and volcanic rock formations to contested infrastructure projects and local resistance, the conversation unpacks the tension between Iceland’s global image as an environmental leader and the realities of industrial development and climate…
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