Bi Project Policy Area: Enforcement and compliance
BI Project
Less waste placed next to underground containers: is there a reduction in the amount of waste left…
The Municipality of Dordrecht organised a competition titled The Cleanest Neighbourhood in Dordrecht. The aim was to get residents to place less rubbish next to underground waste containers. As a result of the experiment, the amount of waste left next to bins decreased and a new social norm was established.
Why this experiment was conducted: rubbish left next to waste containers
Bin liners and other bags containing residual and larger waste left next to underground containers rank amongst the…
The Program of Applied Research on Climate Action in Canada (PARCA Canada) combines behavioural science (BeSci) insights and methods with robust policy analysis to promote climate action. One of the main areas of focus involves the launch of a longitudinal survey that will, over time, collect data on research questions of interest to the promotion of climate action in Canada (e.g. transportation, home energy use, waste management, engagement with nature, preparedness for extreme weather,…