Balancing science and society through establishing indicators for integrated coastal zone management in the Balearic Islands |
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| Authors: | A Diedrich J Tintoré F Navinés |
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| Institution: | 1. IMEDEA (CSIC-UIB), Mediterranean Institute of Advanced Studies, Calle Miquel Marqués, 21, 07190 Esporles, Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain;2. CES, Economic and Social Council of the Balearic Islands, Palau Reial, 19, 07001 Palma, Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain |
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| Abstract: | This paper explores the process by which indicators may be developed as tools for communicating science to decision-makers using the participatory approach demonstrated by the Balearic Indicators Project. This initiative reflects a series of compromises considered necessary to achieve the objective of generating an indicator system that is scientifically viable, comparative internationally yet locally relevant, and to facilitate its implementation. The article highlights questions regarding the utility of science for addressing current global issues related to sustainability and why science often fails to promote change at the societal level. |
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| Keywords: | Indicators ICZM Science-policy gap Balearic Islands Spain |
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