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This edited volume advances the theoretical understanding of polycentric governance systems and the real-world implications for addressing complex social dilemmas. Polycentric systems are characterized by multiple decision-making centers that operate independently and interactively to solve complex social dilemmas. The contributors to this volume come from a variety of disciplines and explore a diverse array of theoretical and empirical insights related to polycentric governance arrangements. The volume is structured to feature the theoretical underpinnings of polycentricity, as well as real-world examples and case studies that demonstrate its application and impact across various policy domains, including substance abuse, disaster recovery, financial technology, and digital privacy, among other issues. In particular, the chapters emphasize the epistemic and incentive-related benefits of polycentric systems. The volume provides a nuanced understanding of how polycentric governance can address public policy challenges, while also considering the potential limitations and drawbacks of such systems.

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Introduction by Roberta Q. Herzberg, George Mason University, Jordan K. Lofthouse, George Mason University and Alexander Schaefer, University at Buffalo

Chapter 1: Polycentric Governance and the Bloomington School: Advancing a Theory of Self-Governance in Complex Societies by Roberta Q. Herzberg

Chapter 2: Regulatory Sandbox as an Emerging Form of Polycentric Governance by Chevano Baker, University of Bristol

Chapter 3: Competitive versus Cartel Federalism: Revealing Patterns through Clustering Analysis by Amelia Janaskie, consultant at Guidehouse

Chapter 4: A Polycentric Approach to Addressing Socio-Economic Challenges: Evidence from Participation in Developing Countries by Eniola I. Fasola, Eastern Connecticut State University

Chapter 5: Polycentric Approaches to Responding to Drug Overdoses: An Analysis of Safe Injection Facilities by Patrick Grady, management consultant at Abt Global

Chapter 6: Community Response to Substance Use by Christine Bretschneider-Fries, West Viginia University

Chapter 7: Polycentric Governance for Climate Change Mitigation: Integrating Indigenous Knowledge and Nature-Based Solutions in Solomon Islands by Martin Rodriguez Rodriguez, senior associate at DGA Group

Chapter 8: Polycentricity and the SEC: Are Self-Regulatory Organizations More Efficient with Minimal or Maximal Intervention? by Stone Allen Washington, George Washington University

Chapter 9: #MeToo and Connective Action: A Critical New Media Approach to Polycentric Organizing by Zane Austin Willard, University of South Florida

Chapter 10:Fostering Equity in Polycentric Governance of Disaster Relief by Annika Doneghy, Case Western Reserve University

Chapter 11: Click Ok to Continue but Do You Consent?: The Privacy Cost of Purchasing Convenience Using City Government Websites in the United States and Government's Role in the Transaction Within a Polycentric System by Violet Engeu Acumo, University of Massachusetts

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Bloomsbury Academic Test
Published 18 Mar 2027
Format Ebook (Epub & Mobi)
Edition 1st
Pages 320
ISBN 9798216276548
Imprint Bloomsbury Academic
Series Economy, Polity, and Society
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

About the contributors

Anthology Editor

Roberta Q. Herzberg

Roberta Q. Herzberg is distinguished senior fellow…

Anthology Editor

Jordan Lofthouse

Dr Jordan K. Lofthouse is a program director of Ac…

Anthology Editor

Alexander Schaefer

Dr Alexander Schaefer is an assistant professor of…

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