Knowledge networks for local adaptation in the Stockholm region: Challenges of multilevel governance
Authors:
Nilsson, A.E. & Gerger Swartling, Å.
Published in:
Abstract book of the contributions at "Climate Adaptation in the Nordic Countries - Science, Practice, Policy"
Date:
8-10 November, 2010
Summary:
Adaptation to climate change is often perceived as a local concern, yet local stakeholders are influenced by both knowledge and politics that have their origins in larger contexts. Based on interviews conducted in the Stockholm region, Sweden, this presentation highlights the knowledge networks of local civil servants and how they are linked to activities at other levels of governance.
Updated: 2011-02-02
Events
2012-05-23 – 2012-05-23
Mistra-SWECIA Science seminar: The effects of different energy sources and technological progress on climate change
Fossil energy and technological progress are two important factors that potentially influence climate change. Today, the main source of energy is fossil energy, and its use generates CO2-emissions with global warming as result. Technological progress can however improve the energy efficiency and potentially lead to the implementation of alternative clean energy sources that may partially or fully...