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Wind Energy Siting in Harney and Crook Counties, Oregon

Creator:: Bhattarai, Mukesh
Abstract:: Concerns over climate change and energy security have spurred governments worldwide to encourage the development of renewable energy. Although public attitudes and macro-politics, in general, show moderate to strong support for renewables- in particular, wind power- largely because of the economic and environmental benefits associated with it. However, local politics...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: : Brent S. Steel, representing Political Science Denise Lach, representing Sociology

We Can Work it Out: Implementation and Collaborative Governance

Creator:: Knobloch, Jenna
Abstract:: 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...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: , representing Public Policy __________________________________________________ Denise Lach, representing

Using the Advocacy Coalition Framework to understand challenges in urban water policy reforms: A case study of the Melamchi Water Supply Project in Nepal

Creator:: Maskey, Stuty
Abstract:: The Himalayan mountain range is one of the world’s largest sources of fresh water, and Nepal, situated at the foothills of the Himalayas, is endowed with ample water resources. In spite of this water abundance, drinking water supply in many parts of the country is inadequate, particularly in the capital,...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text::  study of the Melamchi Water Supply Project in Nepal  Abstract approved:    Denise Lach      The

Use Your Heart: Understanding Street-Level Discretion in the Emergency Food Network

Creator:: Precious, Cheryl L. M.
Abstract:: Hunger is among the greatest contemporary social problems in the United States. An incredible 48 million people, or 14% of households, experienced food insecurity during 2014. At the same time, public responses to food insecurity, such as the Emergency Food Assistance Program, have increasingly relied on the “emergency food network,”...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: my sincerest appreciation to the following individuals: To Dr. Denise Lach, whose qualitative

Urban Renewal in Albany Oregon: A Decennial Inspection of the Central Albany Revitalization Area

Creator:: Porsche, Katherine
Abstract:: This paper seeks to answer the question of the effectiveness of urban renewal through a decennial review and analysis of the costs and benefits of the Central Albany Revitalization Area (CARA) in Albany, Oregon. The topic is especially relevant at this time of constraining budgets, as a bright light is...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project

Unconditional Cash Transfers: Will Redistribution in Bolivia Work?

Creator:: Vaughan, Andres
Abstract:: The Bolivian government is using a portion of the rent generated from its fossil fuel reserves to fund unconditional cash transfers as a means of redistributing resources. Although some countries have enacted conditional cash transfers in the past, these unconditional transfers are unique since they only have been implemented in...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Rodriguez and the Rodriquez family, Denise Lach, Patrick Emerson, Amas Aduviri, Andrea Shady, Gladys Cruz

Theoretical and Quantitative Analysis of Chronological Changes of Wetland Mitigation Policy in the United States

Creator:: Masuda, Yosuke
Abstract:: The purpose of this research is to evaluate longitudinal changes of wetland mitigation policy in the United States theoretically and quantitatively. This study offers a deeper understanding of critical wetland conservation policy in the United States while providing a useful reference for policy makers and policy implementers of biodiversity offset...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Denise Lach, representing Sociology Amy Below, representing Political Science

The Role of the Urban Matters Community of Practice within the National Park Service

Creator:: O’Casey, Elizabeth
Abstract:: There is a growing movement in the U.S., and throughout the world, involving top down government bureaucracies or government agencies within the natural resources field, to develop new and innovative processes and structures for integrating societal viewpoints into agency decision-making. This study examines Urban Matters, a community of practice within...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: Denise Lach, representing Sociology, School of Public Policy Lori Cramer

The effects of procedural justice policies for the domestic violence courts in Recife, Brazil

Creator:: Amorim, Mariana Fernandes da Cunha Loureiro
Abstract:: To combat violence against women, the Brazilian government enacted the Maria da Penha Law (MPL) in 2006 and established the domestic violence specialized courts. Based on the assumption that fair procedures enhance the legitimacy of legal authorities and may enhance victims’ satisfaction and cooperation with prosecution, this research aims to...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: all the opportunities to grow as a professional. These would not be possible without Denise Lach and

Seeking Balance in Oregon’s Coastal River Aggregate Mining Policy: How Do Scientists Inform the Permit Streamlining Process?

Creator:: Ewing, Amy
Abstract:: This essay presents a case study of the Regional Gravel Initiative (RGI) workshop, one instance of policy makers using science to inform decision making for sustainable and streamlined processes. The RGI consists of eight agencies, both federal and state, with responsibilities for informing and issuing permits for mining aggregate on...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Wind Energy Siting in Harney and Crook Counties, Oregon

We Can Work it Out: Implementation and Collaborative Governance

Using the Advocacy Coalition Framework to understand challenges in urban water policy reforms: A case study of the Melamchi Water Supply Project in Nepal

Use Your Heart: Understanding Street-Level Discretion in the Emergency Food Network

Urban Renewal in Albany Oregon: A Decennial Inspection of the Central Albany Revitalization Area

Unconditional Cash Transfers: Will Redistribution in Bolivia Work?

Theoretical and Quantitative Analysis of Chronological Changes of Wetland Mitigation Policy in the United States

The Role of the Urban Matters Community of Practice within the National Park Service

The effects of procedural justice policies for the domestic violence courts in Recife, Brazil

Seeking Balance in Oregon’s Coastal River Aggregate Mining Policy: How Do Scientists Inform the Permit Streamlining Process?

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