Role of city collaboration networks in the acceleration and attenuation of integrated water management
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School of Government and Public Policy, University of ArizonaCollege of Architecture, Planning, and Landscape Architecture, University of Arizona
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2021-02-26
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Berger, L., Henry, A. D., & Pivo, G. (2021). Role of city collaboration networks in the acceleration and attenuation of integrated water management. Water Policy, 23(2), 222-238.Journal
Water PolicyRights
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This item from the UA Faculty Publications collection is made available by the University of Arizona with support from the University of Arizona Libraries. If you have questions, please contact us at repository@u.library.arizona.edu.Abstract
Inter-city collaboration has gained prominence as a strategy to share practical experience and accelerate the spread of novel sustainability practices. This study explores the potential of collaboration as a means to foster the uptake of integrated water management (IWM). IWM is an innovative approach to water management regarded as key to achieving urban water sustainability. The uptake of IWM has generally been slow due to organizational and institutional challenges. To explore the potential of collaboration to accelerate uptake, we analyze collaboration among 45 cities in Arizona, USA, relative to their IWM engagement and organizational capacity. We find that collaboration patterns reflect cities' interest in learning about innovative practices. However, there is a tendency to primarily collaborate with others who are in close geographic proximity. IWM practices and organizational capacities are secondary drivers of collaboration. Overall, our findings show opportunities while also urging realistic expectations. © 2021 The AuthorsNote
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1366-7017EISSN
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NSF Coupled Human-Natural Systems Programae974a485f413a2113503eed53cd6c53
10.2166/wp.2021.223
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