The “Metal-Energy-Construction Mineral” Nexus in the Island Metabolism: The Case of the Extractive Economy of New Caledonia

The concept of island metabolism strives to implement the principles of social ecology at the island scale. It is, therefore, a question of analyzing the flows of materials and energy passing through these territories, as well as the resource base needed to sustain their activities. We propose to de...

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Main Authors: Jean-Baptiste Bahers, Paula Higuera, Anne Ventura, Nicolas Antheaume
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-03-01
Series:Sustainability
Subjects:
mfa
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/12/6/2191