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Using research-based knowledge to underpin waste and resources policy.

David C Wilson¹, Nadine A Smith, Nick C Blakey

¹Imperial College, London, UK.

Waste Management & Research : the Journal of the International Solid Wastes and Public Cleansing Association, ISWA

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Area of Science:

Environmental Policy
Science Communication
Public Administration

Background:

The concept of knowledge-based policy making, also known as evidence-based policy making, has been recognized for a decade.
Governments widely endorse this approach, aiming to integrate scientific understanding into policy decisions.

Purpose of the Study:

To examine the theory and practice of knowledge-based policy making in waste and resources management.
To analyze its application at national (UK) and European levels.
To identify challenges and provide recommendations for enhancing the use of evidence in policy.

Main Methods:

Case study analysis of the UK's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) model.
Examination of the shift from 'good research' to 'good evidence for policy'.
Review of European-level applications in waste and resources management.

Main Results:

Putting knowledge-based policy making into practice remains challenging and is an evolving process.
Weaknesses exist in strengthening linkages between researchers and policymakers.
There is a need for improved 'demand' for evidence from policymakers, including timely and routine articulation of evidence requirements.

Conclusions:

Further strengthening of researcher-policymaker connections is crucial for effective knowledge-based policy.
Policy specialists need to better articulate their evidence needs in advance and routinely.
Recommendations are provided for European-level improvements and priority areas for international research coordination in waste and resources policy.