NC State Global One Health Academy的动态

Project 2025, a conservative initiative by the Heritage Foundation, aims to reshape the U.S. government with a focus on conservative policies and executive power consolidation. Critics warn of potential erosion of civil liberties and democratic norms, especially for communities of color. The initiative's potential impact on the 2024 election and future governance remains a hotly debated topic. Read this month's cover story, "A Mandate for Authoritarianism: The Harmful Potential of Project 2025" by Thomas Holt Russell... https://lnkd.in/ggD9-pDY

The Harvard Urban Review recently published an article co-authored by my partner Juan Fernández González and me! "Access Before Infrastructure: Vancouver Power Line Rights-of-Way" explores the spatial and legal barriers of energy infrastructure - very fun for a future architect and lawyer to research! Check it out here at pages 37-41 and the rest of the journal's "Permeabilities" issue at harvardurbanreview.org.

NEW PAPER: “Getting Infrastructure Built: The Law and Economics of Permitting,” on: what to consider in design of permitting rules, the evidence, a possible "green bargain" that benefits efficiency, the environment, & democracy ? Paper here: https://lnkd.in/erAt66wf

On the Operational Research Civil Service Fast Stream, you’ll use creativity and logic to find better solutions to government challenges. ??? Learn more about our profession & what you can expect from the scheme via the youtube video below. Applications are open until 4th November! Good luck to all applicants & feel free to reach out if you have any questions ?? https://lnkd.in/ej2RJA3x #CivilServiceFastStream #OperationalResearch #CareerOpportunities #DataRoles #DataAnalysis #CivilService

"Good policy but bad implementation " This presentation provides a thoughtful examination of the factors influencing whether policy intentions succeed in real-world implementation. Through case studies and discussion, lessons are identified for optimizing the translation from planning to results on the ground. A balanced, constructive approach aims to further mutual understanding and collaborative progress on navigating the pathway from strategies to impacts. #policymaking #publicpolicy #policyimplementation #policyanalysis #policyevaluation

Climate discussion featuring?Tom Steyer, moderated by MCSC Co-Director Desiree Plata of?MIT Civil and Environmental Engineering, tomorrow at MIT. See you there!

A fascinating and old article that Ruth Bush just shared with me. What struck me is confirmation of what seems clear to me - that getting tricky projects off the ground mostly happens because of a committed group of people who care so much about the end outcome, they are able to innovate and iterate their way forward. What's also clear is that getting that sweet spot of political and policy alignment, with community and technical knowledge is key. How do we design FOR this and build it into our planning and policy work? https://lnkd.in/eCy5-X6U

With concentration of landownership in Scotland the highest in Europe, new research aims to understand whether recent land transactions are leading to - and fuelled by - land use change, such as towards achieving net zero. This study by researchers at SRUC's Rural Policy Centre also explores the influence of financial support mechanisms on land values, particularly the recent interest in carbon schemes. https://lnkd.in/eCrXbQtc

Understand the complexities of land as a crucial economic resource with this insightful essay collection from #IdeasAndInstitutions. From land litigation to urban development, these essays provide a comprehensive analysis of how politicians, policies, and institutions influence land markets. Read here: https://buff.ly/3VqGnVh.

Beware of infrastructure investments by institutional investors relabeling them as #impactinvestments There are much more effective financing techniques for utilities and other essential taxpayer shared services in society than private equity. True #impactinvestments improve quality of life and add wealth to underserved communities and people. #sharedvalues