Local dynamics of knowledge for policy making

What is it about?

The article analyzes different sources of knowledge to improve water management at the local level. Knowledge already learnt by policy-makers is effective, but can trigger only incremental improvements; while, external knowledge has to be 'understandable' by policymakers to trigger major changes, whereas 'too far' knowledge is unlikely to be able to be useful for policymakers, despite major political mobilization.

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Why is it important?

By promoting learning strategies, policymakers can access external knowledge improving water management. Yet, it is important to promote heterogeneous sources of knowledge for policymaking to enhance innovation, being aware of strategies to select and preserve this knowledge.