A Critical Discourse Analysis on Climate Change in a Globalized World: The Nexus of Islam and Sustainable Development

Odeh Al-Jayyousi, Wan Norhaniza Wan Hasan, Shereeza Mohamed Saniff, Seda Duygu Sever () and Evren Tok
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Odeh Al-Jayyousi: Department of Innovation and Technology Management, College of Graduate Studies, Arabian Gulf University, Manama 26671, Bahrain
Wan Norhaniza Wan Hasan: Centre for Islamic Development Management Studies (ISDEV), Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang 11800, Malaysia
Shereeza Mohamed Saniff: Centre for Islamic Development Management Studies (ISDEV), Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang 11800, Malaysia
Seda Duygu Sever: College of Public Policy, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Doha 34110, Qatar
Evren Tok: College of Public Policy, Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Doha 34110, Qatar

Sustainability, 2023, vol. 15, issue 19, 1-18

Abstract: The interplay between climate change and society requires the cultivation of deeper insights into the interdisciplinary connections between faith and development. This study seeks to undertake a grounded theory analysis of the Islamic narrative among policy makers about climate change and Islamic values. A focus group panel of key experts was conducted on the topic of sustainability and faith, using a climate policy canvas to gain insights into the role of faith in shaping perceptions and policies to mitigate climate change. The results showed that Islamic values can be in positive interaction with environmental responsibility and ecologically friendly behavior. Despite the divergent narratives between the Global South and North with regard to equity and liability, policy makers are mindful of the ecological imperatives and the need to mainstream ethical values in order to influence climate policy. This research reveals that Islamic values can influence the perceptions on and practice of climate action for both policy makers and the public. The study recommends supporting value-based initiatives for shaping a new discourse around climate policy.

Keywords: climate change; sustainable development; Islam; climate policy; grounded theory; policy implementation (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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