Expertise and Participation

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Focusing on the interplay between expertise and public participation, the book examines their roles in modern governance, particularly within European environmental policy-making. It highlights the tensions and compatibility between these sources of legitimacy, integrating theories of democracy, knowledge, and decision-making. The author proposes institutional solutions to address the conflicts between epistemic authority and democratic demands, providing insights into enhancing public policy effectiveness in a consensus-driven environment.