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Creating 'Local Publics': Responsibility and Involvement in Decision-Making on Technologies with Local Impacts.
Udo Pesch1, Nicole M A Huijts2, Gunter Bombaerts3
1Department of Values, Technology and Innovation, Faculty of Technology, Policy and Management, Delft University of Technology, Jaffalaan 5, 2628 BX, Delft, The Netherlands. u.pesch@tudelft.nl.
Science and Engineering Ethics
|February 19, 2020
Summary
This study introduces the concept of "local publics" to ensure responsible decision-making for localized technologies. It argues that involving diverse public groups, including local communities, is crucial for fair technology appraisal.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Technology Assessment
- Environmental Policy
Background:
- Current technology appraisal processes can be monopolized, leading to unfair outcomes.
- Localized technologies like wind parks and flood barriers require specific public engagement strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conceptually explore the notion of 'publics' in technology decision-making.
- To propose 'local publics' as a framework for more responsible and inclusive technology appraisal.
- To identify conditions for enhancing the effectiveness of 'local publics'.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual inquiry into the definition and role of 'publics'.
- Analysis of how 'publicness' can be appropriated in decision-making.
- Definition and conceptualization of 'local publics'.
Main Results:
- Acceptability of decisions should be assessed by a plurality of 'publics'.
- 'Local publics,' comprising diverse stakeholders, facilitate deliberation on technology impacts.
- Eight conditions are proposed to increase the effectiveness of 'local publics'.
Conclusions:
- Acknowledging a plurality of 'publics' is essential to prevent monopolization of technology appraisal.
- 'Local publics' offer a mechanism for more responsible decision-making regarding localized technologies.
- Effective implementation of 'local publics' requires specific conditions to be met.
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