@article{048ab84d0559441ea07773f604344652,
title = "Lessons learned in knowledge co-production for climate-smart decision-making",
abstract = "Knowledge co-production, a process that involves both creators and users of information in knowledge generation, is growing in popularity in the conservation and ecology fields. While examples of successful co-production are becoming more common, many barriers and challenges remain in this work. Here, we reflect on our experiences in knowledge co-production from three recent case studies, using a prominent framework to understand and improve our efforts at each phase of the co-production process. Our reflections yield insights that may help other scientists seeking to support decision-making. We found that paying particular attention to the composition of the team and connecting with agency representatives early and often are key to success. Long-term commitment to the project and the people involved are also key. We conclude with suggestions for refining the framework to incorporate our primary lessons learned and include the valuation of a plurality of knowledge systems and empowerment as an ultimate impact of knowledge co-production.",
keywords = "Climate Change, Knowledge Co-production, Natural Resource Management, Phenology, Refugia",
author = "Rosemartin, {Alyssa H} and Crimmins, {Theresa M.} and Gerst, {Katharine L.} and Posthumus, {Erin E} and Ramirez, {Aaron R.} and Wallace, {Cynthia SA} and Morelli, {Toni Lyn}",
note = "Funding Information: In all three case studies, adequate time was given to collaborative activities, though this was more a result of the base funding for staff, and the latitude that staff had in allocating their time, than due to dedicated project funding. Each case study operated beyond a single funded grant, which is key for sustaining relationships and meeting research and management timelines. The FWS component of case study 2 was funded by the agency, which clarified the agency{\textquoteright}s view of the importance of the effort. Funding Information: We are grateful to Tamara Wall and the anonymous reviewers whose thoughtful review improved the work. We are grateful to Jana Newman, Perry Grissom, Nick Fisichelli, William Monahan and John Gross for their contributions to the efforts described here. Case Study 1 was supported by the Northwest and Northeast Climate Adaptation Science Centers. Case Studies 2 and 3 and the reflection described in this publication were supported by Cooperative Agreements G14AC00405 and G18AC00135 from the U.S. Geological Survey and by the Southwest Climate Adaptation Science Center. Case Study 2 was additionally supported by Cooperative Agreement F16AC01075 from the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Any use of trade, firm, or product names is for descriptive purposes only and does not imply endorsement by the U.S. government. Publisher Copyright: {\textcopyright} 2023 Elsevier Ltd",
year = "2023",
month = mar,
doi = "10.1016/j.envsci.2023.01.010",
language = "English (US)",
volume = "141",
pages = "178--187",
journal = "Environmental Science and Policy",
issn = "1462-9011",
publisher = "Elsevier BV",
}