A Framework-Based Exploration of Typologies for Climate Governance: Lessons Learned From the Edinburgh Climate Commission, 2023-2024

This research seeks to better understand if an independent climate governance partnership (CGP) could continue adding unique value in Edinburgh and, if so, investigate where is it best placed to contribute to the delivery of positive climate outcomes. To do this, the research utilises the lessons learned from the Edinburgh Climate Commission (ECC) to inform the development of a framework that explores 3 typologies for improved place-based climate governance. After selecting a recommended typology, the research goes further to outline 2 practical applications of this in Edinburgh. It also presents a checklist of 17 key considerations that must be accounted for when designing, setting up, running, evaluating and decommissioning a place-based climate governance model.