Are current effectiveness criteria fit for purpose? Using a controversial strategic assessment as a test case

摘要: Abstract The aim of this paper is to test the broader utility sustainability assessment effectiveness framework Bond et al. (2015) by applying it a controversial strategic case study. comprises six dimensions: procedural effectiveness, substantive transactive normative pluralism, and knowledge learning. It was originally developed evaluate at system-wide level has not been previously applied specific analysis conducted through document review first-hand experience two authors who were involved in study different capacities. selected proposed Browse Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Precinct Western Australia, which over period 2007–2015 under provisions both Australian Commonwealth environmental legislation. provided useful structure within complex could be explored, its strengths weaknesses brought light, interactions between dimensions highlighted. We also found opportunities for refinement framework. As result we propose replace final three with legitimacy, where legitimate process one all stakeholders agree fair delivers an acceptable outcome parties, though acknowledge need further conceptualisation dimension. suggest that concept should expanded incorporate unintended consequences impact assessment. Our research thus makes addition literature already published on study, as well effectiveness.