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Area of Science:

  • Environmental policy
  • Political science
  • Sustainability studies

Background:

  • Sustainability transformation policies often assume consensus and smooth implementation.
  • This overlooks inherent conflicts, pushback, and resistance (discord) in policy action.
  • Existing frameworks present an unrealistic view of deliberate transformation realization.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the critical role of discord in sustainability transformations.
  • To propose a shift in policy focus towards negotiating conflict.
  • To offer a more realistic approach to achieving sustainability goals.

Main Methods:

  • Conceptual analysis of policy action in sustainability transformations.
  • Examination of assumptions in existing policy frameworks.
  • Identification of 'discord' as a central element in policy processes.

Main Results:

  • Sustainability transformations are inherently political and face constant discord.
  • Simplified assumptions about consensus lead to ineffective policy.
  • Negotiating partial political settlements is crucial for progress.

Conclusions:

  • Policy action for sustainability must actively engage with and negotiate discord.
  • Focusing on imperfect, workable steps can overcome deadlock.
  • This approach generates momentum and prevents agenda derailment.