Scenario analysis: An integrative and effective method for bridging disciplines and achieving a thriving Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River basin

摘要: Abstract The Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River basin community is challenged in achieving a that thrives ecologically, economically and socially. Although natural science, social policy, law literatures offer insight into understanding developing policies for the basin, these are constructed disciplinary silos. Scenario analysis supports an approach transcends disciplines embraces uncertainty. It facilitates dialogue among stakeholders adds depth diversity to science-policy interface. We provide evidence why scenario effective, it was used Lakes Futures Project, how its results can be complement strengthen interdisciplinary scholarship current management within basin.