Petro-sexual Politics: Building an Intersectional Framework to Examine the Body, Power, and Oil

In the quest for a nuanced understanding of petro-capitalism's impact on Black women within ecologically sensitive spaces, this article takes a distinctive approach. Focused primarily on literature, it responds to the call for a more profound understanding of the intersections between petro-capitalism, gendered violence, and the unique experiences of Black women. Leveraging existing literature, including Heather Turcotte's framework, the contribution delves into the intersectionality of race, gender, and ecology, exploring the intricate layers of oppression within the context of Black ecologies and Political Feminist Ecologies. By centering the experiences of Black women in different fields of study, the aim is to unravel the agency and resistance exhibited in the face of petro-violence, acknowledging their role in shaping alternative narratives.This article advocates for a broader conceptualization of petro-sexual politics within the realm of literature, repoliticizing discussions around resource extraction within Black ecologies. The analysis will not only identifies gaps in existing literary works but also contribute to the broader conversation within feminist geographies and environmental studies, emphasizing the need for a more just and decolonized approach to understanding petro-capitalism's impact on Black women. This article is part of a larger PhD project titled “Petro-Sexual Politics in the Niger Delta”.