Coleen A. Fox

Coleen A. Fox is a Senior Lecturer at Dartmouth College, affiliated with the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies. She holds a B.A. from the University of Virginia and an M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Oregon.

• Expertise: Political and environmental geography, international river basins, dam removal, global health

Her research examines the intersection of state power, environmental governance, and indigenous/local knowledges in contested water management contexts. Recent work focuses on dam removal processes in the Arctic circumpolar region and Mekong River Basin, emphasizing socioecological transitions and geopolitical narratives.

Selected publications highlight trends in river restoration, hydropower conflicts, and transboundary water governance. Key themes include indigenous participation, environmental justice, and geopolitical dimensions of water infrastructure.