Citizens trust environmental policies when benefits are visible. A focus on Peccioli (Italy) from the JADEITE Transnational Analysis on participatory governance in the Mediterranean.
From waste to community value. Over time, a potentially controversial waste management facility became a driver of local development through transparent governance, community engagement, and visible public benefits.
This is the story of Peccioli, a small municipality in Tuscany, Italy, and one of the most successful examples of participatory environmental governance in the Mediterranean.
The survey
The JADEITE Transnational Analysis surveyed 201 citizens in Peccioli, with a focus on waste management, circular economy and benefit sharing.
What the data shows
A virtuous governance cycle
Community dialogue leads to transparent decisions. Transparent decisions generate visible local benefits. Visible benefits build trust. Trust drives greater participation. Greater participation leads to better environmental governance.
The recommended approach for Peccioli
Benefit sharing, transparent communication, continuous citizen engagement, feedback on policy outcomes, and long-term partnerships.
Citizens trust environmental policies when benefits are visible.
Explore the key findings in the infographic below.
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