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Peter De Smedt - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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The Use of Impact Assessment Tools to Support Sustainable Policy Objectives in Europe
Ecology and Society, 2010Co-Authors: Peter De SmedtAbstract:Sustainable development has become an overall Policy objective in Europe. The sustainability transition is seen as the process of coming to terms with sustainability in all its ecological, social, economic, and institutional dimensions. This challenging process is as much about new ways of knowing as it is about resource management and product innovation. I analyzed how scientific tools such as environmental, socioeconomic, and integrated models have been developed and used to provide a solid foundation for Sustainable Policy objectives. I used a scoping study to compare current impact assessment exercises and research Policy cases within the European Commission (EC). Although the EC is recognized as having supported environmental Policy integration for more than three decades, updated insight is relevant because the current impact assessment system within the EC is highly dynamic, involving frequent new Policy commitments and institutional initiatives to strengthen its practice and quality within the last three years. In addition, a broad range of research projects have been initiated to support this process by developing new concepts and tools and linking them with actual Policy initiatives. Finally, the focus on design and use of scientific tools will contribute to a better understanding of what hinders the tools from being relevant, accurate, and legitimate. For example, while being simplifications of reality, many scientific models remain so complex that they are seen as black boxes instead of transparent analytical tools. Consequently, research outcomes do not fully reach Policy makers.
Inseok Seo - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Sustainability of a Policy Instrument: Rethinking the Renewable Portfolio Standard in South Korea
Sustainability, 2019Co-Authors: Youhyun Lee, Inseok SeoAbstract:The constant effectiveness of a Policy instrument was a major lacuna in energy Policy for a long time. However, selecting and mixing appropriate Policy instruments has become crucial in the era of climate change. The aim of this paper is to investigate the renewable portfolio standard (RPS) system as a Sustainable Policy instrument for promoting new and renewable energy. To answer the research question, we utilized the latent growth model by applying the data on 27 types of new and renewable energy production from 2014, 2015, and 2016. Our empirical analysis concluded that the effectiveness of the RPS as a Policy instrument decreased linearly each year, and its effectiveness is expected to decrease in the long term from 2017 to 2023. Profound debates and evidence from other RPS-adopting countries should be additionally conducted to bolster this theme of Sustainable energy Policy instruments
David J. Tonjes - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Drivers of food waste and their implications for Sustainable Policy development
Resources Conservation and Recycling, 2016Co-Authors: Krista L. Thyberg, David J. TonjesAbstract:There has been growing interest in establishing food waste prevention and recovery programs throughout the world. The drive to target food waste stems from increasing concerns about resource conservation, food security, food waste's environmental and economic costs, and a general trend in the waste management industry to transition to more Sustainable practices. Here the drivers of residential, institutional, and commercial food waste generation in developed countries, particularly in the U.S., are explored. The impacts of food system modernization on food waste generation are examined, including impacts related to food system industrialization, urbanization, globalization, and economic growth. Socio-demographic, cultural, political, and economic drivers of food waste are described with emphasis on how food waste perspectives may vary globally. Specific behaviors and attitudes which result from many of these waste drivers are then discussed. The examination of the range of food wastage drivers are used to provide insight into the best Policy approaches to sustainably manage food waste. Food waste prevention policies are placed in context of the waste generating behaviors and attitudes that they address. A review of important background information on food waste is also provided, including definitions of key terms, food waste history, quantities of food waste generated, and the importance of food waste prevention for sustainability, as this information is all critical for effective Policy development.
Youhyun Lee - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Sustainability of a Policy Instrument: Rethinking the Renewable Portfolio Standard in South Korea
Sustainability, 2019Co-Authors: Youhyun Lee, Inseok SeoAbstract:The constant effectiveness of a Policy instrument was a major lacuna in energy Policy for a long time. However, selecting and mixing appropriate Policy instruments has become crucial in the era of climate change. The aim of this paper is to investigate the renewable portfolio standard (RPS) system as a Sustainable Policy instrument for promoting new and renewable energy. To answer the research question, we utilized the latent growth model by applying the data on 27 types of new and renewable energy production from 2014, 2015, and 2016. Our empirical analysis concluded that the effectiveness of the RPS as a Policy instrument decreased linearly each year, and its effectiveness is expected to decrease in the long term from 2017 to 2023. Profound debates and evidence from other RPS-adopting countries should be additionally conducted to bolster this theme of Sustainable energy Policy instruments
Krista L. Thyberg - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Drivers of food waste and their implications for Sustainable Policy development
Resources Conservation and Recycling, 2016Co-Authors: Krista L. Thyberg, David J. TonjesAbstract:There has been growing interest in establishing food waste prevention and recovery programs throughout the world. The drive to target food waste stems from increasing concerns about resource conservation, food security, food waste's environmental and economic costs, and a general trend in the waste management industry to transition to more Sustainable practices. Here the drivers of residential, institutional, and commercial food waste generation in developed countries, particularly in the U.S., are explored. The impacts of food system modernization on food waste generation are examined, including impacts related to food system industrialization, urbanization, globalization, and economic growth. Socio-demographic, cultural, political, and economic drivers of food waste are described with emphasis on how food waste perspectives may vary globally. Specific behaviors and attitudes which result from many of these waste drivers are then discussed. The examination of the range of food wastage drivers are used to provide insight into the best Policy approaches to sustainably manage food waste. Food waste prevention policies are placed in context of the waste generating behaviors and attitudes that they address. A review of important background information on food waste is also provided, including definitions of key terms, food waste history, quantities of food waste generated, and the importance of food waste prevention for sustainability, as this information is all critical for effective Policy development.
