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All hands on deck: the role of collaborative platforms and lead organizations in achieving environmental goals.

Authors :
Lee, Heewon
Liu, Yixin
Source :
Journal of Public Administration Research & Theory; Jul2024, Vol. 34 Issue 3, p331-348, 18p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

This study examines the effectiveness of collaborative platforms in supporting local collaborations for natural resource management. It also explores how governmental and non-governmental lead organizations adopt differing collaborative implementation approaches and how these variations influence outcomes. Utilizing a natural experiment and a difference-in-differences estimator, we evaluate if the Department of Energy's Clean Cities program functions as a collaborative platform to foster local-level Clean Cities Collaborations across the US, thereby improving air quality. Our findings suggest that Clean Cities Collaborations have a substantial and enduring impact on reducing air pollution. A series of subgroup analyses suggests that these environmental improvements are most noticeable in collaborations led by non-profits and regional government councils, rather than those directed by state and local governments. A complementary content analysis provides exploratory evidence that issue definition, collaborative group structure, and inclusive decision-making processes are crucial managerial factors that contribute to the environmental improvements. These insights pave the way for more effective management of collaborative governance on a larger scale. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10531858
Volume :
34
Issue :
3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of Public Administration Research & Theory
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
178439398
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1093/jopart/muae006