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The key role psychologists can play in the fight against ecological crime - Instant Genius

The key role psychologists can play in the fight against ecological crime - Instant Genius

Update: 2025-10-05
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Chances are that when most of us think about the notion of crime our minds turn to acts committed against an individual – be it theft, fraud or even physical assault. But every day ecological crimes are committed against the planet we all live on that often fly under the radar despite the significant, far-reaching effects they have on all of us.


In this episode, we’re joined by criminal psychologist and bestselling author, Dr Julia Shaw to talk about her latest book, Green Crime – Inside the Minds of the People Destroying the Planet, and How to Stop Them.


She breaks down the factors that drive individuals and organisations to commit acts that are damaging to the environment and explains how understanding the psychology that underpins these acts can help us to keep our planet healthy for generations to come.

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The key role psychologists can play in the fight against ecological crime - Instant Genius

The key role psychologists can play in the fight against ecological crime - Instant Genius