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Jonas Meckling1, Phillip Y Lipscy2,3, Jared J Finnegan4,5
1Department of Environmental Policy, Science, and Management, University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, CA, USA.
Science (New York, N.Y.)
|October 6, 2022
Summary
Policy changes rely on institutions that offer either protection or financial support. These institutional mechanisms are key for successful policy implementation and societal adaptation.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Policy Studies
- Institutional Analysis
Background:
- Policy-driven change requires robust institutional frameworks.
- Understanding the role of institutions in managing societal transitions is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze how institutional support mechanisms influence policy-driven change.
- To identify the critical functions of insulation and compensation in policy adaptation.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis of institutional theory.
- Review of case studies on policy implementation.
Main Results:
- Institutions providing insulation (e.g., regulatory buffers) mitigate negative impacts.
- Institutions offering compensation (e.g., financial aid) facilitate acceptance of change.
Conclusions:
- Effective policy-driven change necessitates institutional support through insulation or compensation.
- Institutional design is paramount for navigating societal shifts and ensuring policy success.
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