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Social acceptability and governance for public infrastructure projects

In: Research Handbook on the Governance of Projects

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  • Maude Brunet
  • Sofiane Baba

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This chapter elucidates the links between governance frameworks for public infrastructure projects and their social acceptability. Building on recent literature on project studies, sustainability, and public policy, we uncover the relationships and blind spots between governance and social acceptability. More specifically, integrated impact assessments are explored as essential decision-making tools covering key factors of projects, i.e., environmental, societal, and governance. Specific institutional infrastructures of Quebec (Canada) exemplify the role of conducting such assessments for improved participative governance on public infrastructure projects and enhanced value of the constructed assets. This chapter’s discussion brings forward the benefits of governance frameworks aiming proactively at social acceptability with a win-win approach for the main stakeholders, such as the government (project owner), the local community, and civil society. Finally, important research avenues in this area are suggested in conclusion.

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  • Maude Brunet & Sofiane Baba, 2023. "Social acceptability and governance for public infrastructure projects," Chapters, in: Research Handbook on the Governance of Projects, chapter 19, pages 220-234, Edward Elgar Publishing.
    • Handle: RePEc:elg:eechap:21314_19
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