An emerging framework for local agenda 21

Williams, Lesley

doi:10.1080/13549839608725483

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“…Participation enhances meaningful interactions, facilitates learning and education, and builds trust in government. An appreciation of the importance of sustainable development is a necessary ingredient for it to become a guiding paradigm for policy (Berke, 2002;Jepsson, 2004b;Williams, 1996). Limited knowledge of sustainability, however, can be a barrier to effective policy development (Francis & Feiock, 2011).…”

Section: Citizen Participationmentioning

confidence: 99%

Sustainable Development Governance

Hawkins

Wang

2011

Public Works Management & Policy

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Although local governments are becoming more active in pursuing environmental sustainability initiatives, understanding the participation mechanisms utilized by communities is critical for improving the management and success of sustainable development. Since sustainable development can also be relatively complex and requires specialized skills, a network of organizations can bolster the capacity of local governments to plan and implement sustainability initiatives. This study is intended to contribute to the literature on sustainability by presenting a conceptual model of sustainable development governance. This model focuses of collaboration among local governments, residents of the community, and organizations of a support network. On the basis of a national survey of U.S. cities, the authors present evidence on the extent to which cities utilize elements of the conceptual model. Keywords citizen participation-public works, environmental planning Public Works Management & Policy 17(1)have taken place within the context of sustainability. At a broad level, sustainability emphasizes the three "E"s of environmental protection, equity, and economic development (Conroy & Berke, 2004;Saha & Paterson, 2008). Although detailed definitions of sustainability vary, they consistently evoke to some extent a balance between ecological and social goals, such as improving quality of life, care for the environment, ecological carrying capacity, and participation in decision making (Jepson, 2004a;Porter, 2000;Wheeler, 2000).Theoretical and empirical research suggests that collaboration and participation by stakeholders in decision making, particularly by local residents, is critical for successful plan development and project implementation (Brody, 2003a;Portney, 2005Portney, , 2009. In addition, a key element in improving the local capacity to develop, implement, and manage initiatives is a support network of organizations that have knowledge and expertise in sustainability (Bulkeley & Betsill, 2003;Sharp, Daley, & Lynch, 2010). Moreover, municipal government interacts with a diverse set of local organizations for economic development, environmental protection, and to achieve social equity goals. The term "governance" is often used in reference to these formal and informal interactions among government, individuals, associations, and organizations.The purpose of this study is twofold. First, a conceptual model of sustainable development governance is presented. The conceptual model links administrative and management capacity, citizen participation, and a local and external support network within the context of sustainability. This model of sustainable development governance is based on extant research of collaborative and participatory mechanisms for planning and implementation (Healey & Shaw, 1993;Jepson, 2004b;. Furthermore, the model is supported by other streams of research that suggest organizations that comprise a policy support network can improve the local capacity to undertake policy changes (Francis & Feiock, 2011;K...

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Section: Citizen Participationmentioning

confidence: 99%

Sustainable Development Governance

Hawkins

Wang

2011

Public Works Management & Policy

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“…Therefore the micro-politics of the local level is decisive in relating global challenges, standards and knowledge to particular contexts (Granberg 2009). The argument that public participation leads to more sustainable outcomes rests on the notion that local appreciation of the importance of sustainable development is a necessary ingredient for it to become a guiding development paradigm (Jones 1996;Williams 1996;Rees 1995).…”

Section: Public Participationmentioning

confidence: 99%

Experience talks: the views of planners regarding the ability of the New South Wales planning system to implement ecologically sustainable development (ESD)

Williams¹

2013

Australian Planner

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This paper locates Ecologically Sustainable Development (ESD) as the only credible overarching policy objective for contemporary planning systems and presents six key policy and governance areas where a planning system's ability to implement ESD is determined. Through the analysis of face-to-face interviews, the paper provides a snapshot of the issues and concerns of local government planners regarding the ability of the NSW planning system to implement ESD. It is found that, despite the content of aspirational documents and in the context of reform agendas that prioritise economic growth, the NSW planning system is currently not well placed to implement ESD. A degree of consensus is found regarding the particular legislative, structural and cultural factors that work to impede the implementation of ESD in NSW: an overly narrow view of the role of planning; a focus on development assessment at the expense of strategic planning; insufficient statutory weight given to ESD; and a lack of policy integration at State government level. Perhaps most significantly, given the review of planning legislation currently being undertaken in NSW, this paper identifies a package of policy and governance reform directions that together will promote more effective implementation of ESD in the future.

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“…This approach places emphasis on people, communities and NGOs; the need for `open governance'; and the importance of adequate information. Other emphasis of the bottom up approach which has been elaborated by William [28]: and ICLEI [29] include the need for adequate cross-cutting institutions; and the complementary between regulatory approaches and market mechanisms for addressing development and environmental needs. While the term `sustainable development' has been given international recognition through its application in various multilateral treaties as discussed above, and has been applied widely at international level as the main thrust in all development policies, Bell & Morse [30] and Baker [1] concern that to give a definition to this concept would be a difficult task.…”

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Indicators for Sustainable Development: Understanding the Criteria for a Successful Sustainability Relevant to Environmental Law in Malaysia

Mustafa¹,

2018

IJET

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The concept of `sustainable development’ emerges in almost every discussion of environmental issues, be it at national or international levels. Over the years, especially after the famous 1987 Brundtland Commission’s Report, this concept has become more widely accepted by the policy-makers all over the world, including Malaysia. However, despite having received much international recognition and acceptance, the concept is still enigmatic and elusive, and there appears to be significant vagueness about exactly what meaning its exact denotation supposed to convey. This article seeks to examine the emergence and development of the concept of sustainable development at the international level, and to peruse its possible or suitable definitions. The objectives of such examination are to identify indicators that have greatly influenced the major discourse in the legal theories derived from this concept. For Malaysia and elsewhere, these sustainability indicators can be applied to appraise the effectiveness of legal mechanism in environmental protection and pollution control. The article concludes that understanding the criteria of successful sustainability allows a nation to meet the ongoing challenge of balancing present needs against those of the future. It is through this understanding that challenges and opportunities for sustainable development become clear.

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An emerging framework for local agenda 21

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Experience talks: the views of planners regarding the ability of the New South Wales planning system to implement ecologically sustainable development (ESD)

Indicators for Sustainable Development: Understanding the Criteria for a Successful Sustainability Relevant to Environmental Law in Malaysia

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