Public Representation In Environmental Policymaking
Public Representation In Environmental Policymaking

Author: Sheldon Kamieniecki

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2019-06-26

Total Pages: 142

ISBN-13: 100030874X

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Relying on the results of a large survey research project in western New York State, the author compares the environmental planning beliefs of public officials and citizens. His major finding is that, although leaders involved in water quality planning projects and the public share similar views on environmental issues, these leaders are by far the worst predictors of citizens' views. Professor Kamieniecki's systematic probing of the determinants that make some officials more adept than others at accurate calculation of public preference uncovers imbalanced public representation due to several factors. He concludes with an evaluation of citizen participatory mechanisms and consequent recommendations designed to elicit a wide range of public opinion, a prerequisite for acceptable environmental planning.

Public Water Resources Education and Participation in the United States of America
Public Water Resources Education and Participation in the United States of America

Author: Roslyn Glasser

Publisher:

Published: 1975

Total Pages:

ISBN-13:

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Synopsis: "During the last decade, there have been many changes in water resources education and citizen participation in the United States. Major legislative requirements, as well as heightened public awareness of the environment, have contributed to these changes. Unfortunately, most water quality management agencies have not responded to fulfill their responsibilities under these new programs. They do not have professionals trained to work with the public to resolve water resource problems. This paper discusses the public participation movement in the United States and identifies techniques for implementing public participation programs. The advantages and disadvantages of various techniques are discussed along with an example to show how they may be used."

Public Participation in the Governance of International Freshwater Resources
Public Participation in the Governance of International Freshwater Resources

Author: Carl E. Bruch

Publisher: United Nations University Press

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 521

ISBN-13: 9280811061

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Bruch, a senior attorney of the Environmental Law Institute, presents work from an April 2003 symposium co-sponsored by the Environmental Law Institute, the United Nations University, and other institutions. Papers from the symposium identify innovative approaches in watershed management and look at political, linguistic, legal, cultural, and geogr