The Flexible Step (Flex-Step) Method

14 important questions on The Flexible Step (Flex-Step) Method

What encompasses the analysis step?

The actual research by applying models and/or ESA tools.

What does the analysis step start with?

Developing the methodology.

How is the methodology developed?

By defining the requirements of the approach or model, defining the data requirements and making an inventory of the available and missing data.
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What can be required when developing the methodology?

Communication with stakeholders.

What does modelling involve?

The application of existing models and new models.

Do all ESA studies require models?

No (Environmental Impact Assessment and stakeholder analysis for example).

On what 5 criteria can solution be ranked?

Profitability, ecological sustainability, social criteria, technical criteria and legal criteria.

What are 2 tools available for ranking solutions?

Environmental cost benefit analysis and multi criteria analysis.

What can the evaluation phase in the Flex-Step Method include?

Analysing the reliability and effectiveness of the research methodology, comparing results and analysing policy implications.

In which may the evaluation phase in the Flex-Step Method result?

Recommendations

What for is synthesis of the results of an ESA study required?

To link outcomes to methods and assumptions, to provide an overview of the achieved new insights, and to reach the part of you audience that is not able or has no time to read through the overall study report or publication

What is the challenge in synthesis of the results of an ESA study?

Ensuring a clear message, while at the same time indicating the degree of (un)certainty and the scientific constraints.

What is important in all steps of ESA?

Communication with stakeholders.

What are the 4  major differences between analysis and assessment.

  • An analysis entails scientific tools and methodes to examine a specific problem, focussed on generating new insights, while assessment is an evaluation process that aims to bring together and evaluatie existing information.
  • In an assessment also information outside the scientific domain is used to inform a wider audience.
  • Assessment are done in larger teams of scientists.
  • With assessments there is a more structured and in-depth communication with stakeholders.

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