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  • A Sticky Problem: Identifying the Barriers to the Adoption of Fats, Oils, and Grease as an Energy Feedstock in Oregon

    Creator:
    Davidson, Ian T.
    Abstract:
    This study investigates the barriers faced by fats, oil, and grease (FOG) as an energy feedstock in the state of Oregon. FOG, which typically originates in food service establishments (FSEs), historically has been treated as waste, yet it also has the chemical make up to be an energy feedstock in...
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                APPROVED:           Edward  Weber,  representing  Political  Science

  • Analyzing and Understanding the Latvian Environmental Movement

    Creator:
    Berzins, Mikelis I.
    Abstract:
    Several distinctive environmental movements of the past century have had major influence on public policies in the United States. More generally, social movements that push environmental issues into the limelight have the potential for significantly altering public perceptions, attitudes, and beliefs, thus driving big policy changes. This thesis examines the...
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    , including different countries. P a g e  |  4     Weber (1999) recognizes and builds on the

  • We Can Work it Out: Implementation and Collaborative Governance

    Creator:
    Knobloch, Jenna
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    Collaborative governance strives to address complex environmental problems by building cooperation and consensus among stakeholders. While there are many successful examples of collaborative governance, all too frequently collaborative groups come to an agreement in the meeting room only to struggle to bring their plans to fruition. What are the factors...
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    , Edward P. Weber, for guiding me through the research process from beginning to end. Thank you for

  • Collaboration on the Columbia River: How the Narrative of Environmental Justice and Management Affects Renegotiation

    Creator:
    Luongo, Dante J.
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    The Columbia River Treaty (CRT), signed in 1964, is known widely as a successful transboundary river treaty between the United States and Canada. It was designed with a basic dual functional purpose, to increase flood prevention in the lower basin and to maximize hydroelectric power output between the two nations....
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    : Edward Weber, representing Political Science Brent Steel, representing Political Science

  • Western U.S. Water Utilities and Adaptive Capacity: A Case Study

    Creator:
    Schermer, Maren
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    Water in the U.S. West faces considerable challenges and uncertainties. Climate change has intensified weather extremes, threatening the water sources that support the region’s many stakeholders. Urban water providers are among the stakeholders contending with the challenge of providing reliable water supplies to their growing populations. Recognizing the critical role...
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    Schermer presented on December 13th, 2023. APPROVED: Edward Weber, representing