21st Century Foresight: Shaping the Future for Sustainable Social, Economic and Environmental Development in South Africa (Science, Technology and Innovation Studies)

Synopsis

Using a new methodology for foresight studies, this book presents new findings and policy recommendations to improve living conditions and make progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Using the case of South Africa, the respective chapters show how social and economic challenges can be addressed in an inclusive and sustainable way. The book also provides guidelines for practitioners by introducing them to cutting-edge ways of formulating Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) policies. The new foresight methodology uses a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods, including horizon scanning and scenario planning, as well as big data analysis, scientometric and semantic methods. The innovative approaches developed throughout the book are subsequently demonstrated using a national foresight study in South Africa. The outputs and outcomes generated by the study can be used to inform the identification and selection of priorities for the next decadal plan for STI. The book offers a valuable asset for emerging and developing economies in Africa and around the world in terms of tackling the grand challenges of the 21st century, such as water, food, energy, climate change, health and education.

Copyright:

2024

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Publisher Quality

ISBN-13:

9783031695575

Related ISBNs:

9783031695568

Publisher:

Springer Nature Switzerland

Date of Addition:

01/30/25

Copyrighted By:

The Editor

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

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No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Business and Finance, Earth Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics

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Bookshare Staff

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This is a copyrighted book.

Edited by:

Ozcan Saritas

Edited by:

Alexander Sokolov

Edited by:

Mlungisi Cele