The Environmental Movement Between Institutionalization and Conflict

Abstract This chapter aims to explore the development of this movement in Sweden 1980s, i.e. that “middle-earth” between formative period a renewed environmental (1960s–1970s) and completion its institutionalization at global level 1990s. Theories political opportunities structure have overlooked relation arena complex galaxy groups was far from being uncomplicated. The focuses precisely on multifaceted interplay, which is studied through two cases bottom-up mobilization, one national level, anti-nuclear campaign, other local level: struggle against Scandinavian Link. How were institutions regarded by these activists? did they experience representative direct democracy, both principle concrete terms (dialogue/confrontation with institutional representatives)? By addressing issues, contribute research social movements more nuanced understanding their oscillation confrontational level. sources are, besides secondary literature, bulletins publications associations involved campaigns examined as well media articles.