The Policy Uptake of Citizen Sensing

Suman, Anna Berti

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“…For example, farmers specifically focused on the considerable decrease in concentration with increasing distance from the stables, whereas residents concluded that the laying hen stables must be a significant source of pollution since they were the only stables visible in our measurements. The difference between the conclusions is likely due to the nature of citizen sensing projects, in which the participating parties tend to take more of an activist approach than in citizen science projects in general [ 17 , 39 ]. People actively try to bring about a change in policy through measurements, because of the often longstanding distrust of the parties that are held responsible for the problems associated with the aspect being measured [ 17 , 40 ].…”

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“…The difference between the conclusions is likely due to the nature of citizen sensing projects, in which the participating parties tend to take more of an activist approach than in citizen science projects in general [ 17 , 39 ]. People actively try to bring about a change in policy through measurements, because of the often longstanding distrust of the parties that are held responsible for the problems associated with the aspect being measured [ 17 , 40 ]. The fact that both farmers and neighbours draw conclusions about the measurement results that serve their own interests is to be expected given that they both want different things policy-wise.…”

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“…These incentives are in keeping with the characteristics of citizen sensing , which falls under the broader umbrella of citizen science. Suman (2020; [ 17 ]) defined citizen sensing as “a form of grassroots-driven monitoring initiatives aimed at tracking environmental factors (in alternative or in addition to official governmental monitoring), making use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), in general, and, in particular, of sensors.”…”

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Farmers and Local Residents Collaborate: Application of a Participatory Citizen Science Approach to Characterising Air Quality in a Rural Area in The Netherlands

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In rural areas, livestock farming is a source of environmental concern. We describe a citizen science (CS) project in Venray, the Netherlands, where air quality was measured at livestock farms and surrounding residential premises. We used low-cost methods to measure air quality components and facilitated a dialogue between stakeholders about the results and solutions for cleaner air. PM2.5 and PM10 were measured using Nova Fitness SDS011 sensors, nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and ammonia (NH3) using Palmes tubes and odour annoyance was reported. Particulate Matter (PM) concentrations were higher close to layer farms, but elevatedconcentrations were limited at other farms and residential locations. NO2 concentrations were elevated near busy roads, and higher NH3 values were measured near livestock farms. Reporting of odour annoyance was limited, yet during the dialogue residents indicated that this was their largest concern. While both farmers and residents agreed with the general conclusions, they still preferred opposing measures. We conclude that characterisation of air quality using low-cost methods is possible, but expert guidance is needed. Moreover, education, commitment of participants and involvement of independent parties are crucial to ensuring a productive dialogue between stakeholders. The insights gained by participants and resulting dialogue were the greatest benefits of this CS approach.

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“…We speculate that in a near future people might increasingly shift from demanding data and services from “official” channels to openly providing data and even services that can be of value for institutions and other citizens. Institutions in charge of services provision should look at these practices as possible models of alternative public health interventions and design appropriate “policy uptake” strategies (Berti Suman, 2021 ).…”

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Reimagining health services provision for neglected groups: The “personalization from below” phenomenon

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How can data-driven citizen science activities supporting health research and services provision meet the needs of unrepresented and neglected groups through increased personalization? In this short Perspective, we explore “personalization from below” as a concept designating forms of citizen science-based data altruism that specifically push for and enact a different understanding of both health services and personalization. We develop the argument that such phenomenon taking place outside “institutionalized” health-related practices could make health services provision more inclusive of values that matter to people. We contextualize instances of “personalization from below,” discuss related data governance models and alternative public health interventions, and conclude by outlining three key arguments in favor of “personalization from below” and future research avenues.

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“…Several authors have begun to explore the possible intersections of environmental citizen science with the legal system, questioning its effect on legal provisions and on human entitlements (for example Berti Suman 2020a and2020b;Aragão 2019;Haklay and Francis 2018;Smith 2014). In parallel, studies into the impact of actions and environmental data flows from below on governance models are multiplying (Balestrini et al 2017;Bio Innovation Service 2018;Wyeth et al 2019).…”

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When Concerned People Produce Environmental Information: A Need to Re-Think Existing Legal Frameworks and Governance Models?

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When faced with an environmental problem, locals are often among the first to act. Citizen science is increasingly one of the forms of participation in which people take action to help solve environmental problems that concern them. This implies, for example, using methods and instruments with scientific validity to collect and analyse data and evidence to understand the problem and its causes. Can the contribution of environmental data by citizens be articulated as a right? In this article, we explore these forms of productive engagement with a local matter of concern, focussing on their potential to challenge traditional allocations of responsibilities. Taking mostly the perspective of the European legal context, we identify an existing gap between the right to obtain environmental information, granted at present by the Aarhus Convention, and "a right to contribute information" and have that information considered by appointed institutions. We also explore what would be required to effectively practise this right in terms of legal and governance processes, capacities, and infrastructures, and we propose a flexible framework to implement it. Situated at the intersection of legal and governance studies, this article builds on existing literature on environmental citizen science, and on its interplay with law and governance. Our methodological approach combines literature review with legal analysis of the relevant conventions and national rules. We conclude by reflecting on the implications of our analysis, and on the benefits of this legal innovation, potentially fostering data altruism and an active citizenship, and shielding ordinary people against possible legal risks.

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The Policy Uptake of Citizen Sensing

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Farmers and Local Residents Collaborate: Application of a Participatory Citizen Science Approach to Characterising Air Quality in a Rural Area in The Netherlands

Farmers and Local Residents Collaborate: Application of a Participatory Citizen Science Approach to Characterising Air Quality in a Rural Area in The Netherlands

Reimagining health services provision for neglected groups: The “personalization from below” phenomenon

When Concerned People Produce Environmental Information: A Need to Re-Think Existing Legal Frameworks and Governance Models?

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