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Call for papers Special Issue ‘Blue Papers’ on Netherlands and the Caribbean – deadline 15 January 2026
The editors of the academic journal Blue Papers invite contributions for a special issue focusing on the Netherlands (low and high regions) and the Caribbean.
This special issue of Blue Papers aims to critically examine how both historical and contemporary practices towards water management can inform practical and scalable solutions that address sustainability challenges, including climate change and beyond. The editors encourage papers exploring historical water heritage but also success stories of good practices that are actively applied today, including governance frameworks that enable coordination among multiple authorities.
Given the colonial history linking the Dutch mainland and Caribbean territories, this issue also seeks critical reflections on the maladaptation risks of transplanting or translating Dutch water management systems without adequate adaptation to local social, environmental, and political realities.
Contributions may include comparative analyses, policy evaluations, and interdisciplinary approaches that integrate heritage, governance, technology, and social justice, and inclusive and participative approaches. Particularly welcome are papers that move beyond documenting problems or historical traditional solutions and also propose actionable, context-sensitive solutions for sustainable water futures in both regions.
Papers should be submitted ultimately 15 January 2026. Instructions on how to compose and submit the paper are to be found in the full call (via button below).
