Ludovic Drapier, Research fellow in the project “Nature-Based Solutions From Theory to Practice: comparing France and the U.S.” (2021-2023), research programme funded by Post AgreenSkills Fund. Partners: INRAE, ENGEES, CNAM, University of Berkeley.

During this seminar, Ludovic presented his PhD research about the social dimensions of dam removal for river restoration.

Dam removal has become one of the most widespread tools for river restoration. However, these projets can be conflictual. Here, I wish to contribute to the discussion about the social dimensions of dam removal and how these can influence the emergence of conflicts. it will draw on case studis located in France, including the Sélune River, and in the USA.