Embedding ecosystem services ideas into policy processes: an institutional analysis

Russel, Duncan; Turnpenny, John

doi:10.5751/es-11342-250109

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“…Nevertheless, when the issue does enter the political agenda as an urgent matter, the policy response will not necessarily lead to an immediate major policy change (Baumgartner et al 2009, Newig et al 2019. At first, the political response will be in line with institutionalized behavior, for example, by addressing the issue by establishing a committee to investigate the issue (Baumgartner et al 2009, Russel andTurnpenny 2020). This can lead to policy continuity for a long period of time, despite societal pressure.…”

Section: Policy Stability and Changementioning

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Resistance to change: A case study on framing and policy change of a controversial nature area

Maten¹,

Carballo-Cárdenas²,

Tatenhove³

2022

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Nature policies can be a major source of long-term debates, in which actors involved define problems differently and are unable to formulate (co-constructed) solutions. Especially issues about the well-being of animals raise heated debate among stakeholders. Though debates over nature policies often span longer periods, they are most likely dealt with on the short term. Policy makers will attempt to solve acute issues, which requires minimal political effort. However, these short-term solutions do not necessarily solve the issue as a whole. This paper analyzes conflicting frames about nature in the Dutch Oostervaardersplassen, and presents an analysis of how the different issues are debated, and framed, over a period of 23 years. Gaining in-depth insight into these frames shows linkages between media attention to issues and policy change. This research shows how diverse and unstable the debate has been over 23 years, by using Punctuated Equilibrium Theory to understand the policy process, and by analyzing the evolution of frames in the media with an Evolutionary Factor Analysis. With the combination of both Punctuated Equilibrium Theory and the Evolutionary Factor Analysis, we can relate issue framing to policy change. This shows that policy is adapted, following rising attention. However, at first the attempts for adaptation by policy makers will be minor, as stability is favored over change, until a certain threshold whereafter policy is changed radically. The article will provide more insight for stakeholders, scientists, and policy makers into the complexity of these kinds of wicked problems.

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Resistance to change: A case study on framing and policy change of a controversial nature area

Maten¹,

Carballo-Cárdenas²,

Tatenhove³

2022

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“…Solutions to ecological problems are generally implemented by decision makers in a "top-down" manner. Therefore, a grassroots perspective from Dhaka residents is needed because previous studies show that experts' opinions on CES differs from laypeople's opinions (Nahuelhual et al 2016, Riechers et al 2017, Russel and Turnpenny 2020. Taking these views into account, we aimed to highlight residents' perceptions on the importance of CES and their views on how best to manage such services.…”

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Residents' perceptions of the role and management of green spaces to provide cultural ecosystem services in Dhaka, Bangladesh

Sultana¹,

Selim²

2021

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Ongoing rapid urbanization and socio-environmental changes are posing challenges to proper urban management. Cultural ecosystem services (CES) offered by urban green spaces play a crucial role in the well-being of urban residents through ecosystems' non-material benefits. However, these services, especially from the residents' perspective, are often neglected in urban management strategies because of their intangible nature, particularly in the Global South. In this study, conducted in Dhaka, Bangladesh, we investigated residents' perceptions of the importance of CES offered by green spaces and how green space should be managed. As a methodological tool, we used a questionnaire-based stated preference method where non-monetary statements were the basis. Questions in the survey included respondents' social background and visiting frequency to green space, perceived importance of CES and green space, and perceptions about the management of green space. We analyzed 405 questionnaires using descriptive and inferential statistics. Our results indicate that rooftop gardens and green parks are considered the most important areas that provide CES, and among different types of CES (i.e., recreation, aesthetic, mental satisfaction, social relations), recreation is considered the most important. The high importance respondents place on the CES categories of aesthetics, sense of place, and social cohesion was also revealed. CES categories tended to be positively linked with each other. The valuation of CES was diverse depending on gender, income, educational background, and visiting frequency. Respondents prioritized government and community roles over the role of individuals and international and national non-government organizations in managing CES. Collaboration between individual and organizations was deemed a high priority. Our results highlight that a better understanding of CES and how different people perceive their benefits can be used to foster public participation and increase support for green space management initiatives.

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Analysis of forest-related policies for supporting ecosystem services-based forest management in Bangladesh

2021

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Embedding ecosystem services ideas into policy processes: an institutional analysis

Cited by 5 publications

References 23 publications

Resistance to change: A case study on framing and policy change of a controversial nature area

Resistance to change: A case study on framing and policy change of a controversial nature area

Residents' perceptions of the role and management of green spaces to provide cultural ecosystem services in Dhaka, Bangladesh

Analysis of forest-related policies for supporting ecosystem services-based forest management in Bangladesh

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