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The current survey results, achieved with collaboration of the International Association of Science Parks (IASP), allowed to assess the overall perspective of approximately 60 Science Parks and Areas of Innovation (STP/AOI) in 30 countries on key issues such as their role on sustainable development and the perceived enablers and barriers for further action. For instance, only 7% believe the role of STP/AOI is restricted to traditional growth (business as usual). On the other hand, 91% understand sustainability as a key driver for innovation. This study brings many useful data and information on value proposition for park/campus managers, as well as for policy makers and other stakeholders looking for advancements in the Science/Sustainability interface.
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1.1 Annex 1. Framework of Contribution of STP/AOI on Sustainability/Climate
1.2 Annex 2. Acknowledgements
Special acknowledgements to Alexander von Humboldt Foundation (Fellowship sponsor), IfaS (host institution in Germany), IASP’s staff and members for all support with the survey.
1.3 Annex 3. Survey Results
See Table 4 and Figs. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8.
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Ramos, D. (2018). Sustainability and Climate Action in the Value Proposition of Science Parks and Areas of Innovation: Is the Future Already Happening?. In: Leal Filho, W., Frankenberger, F., Iglecias, P., Mülfarth, R. (eds) Towards Green Campus Operations. World Sustainability Series. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-76885-4_4
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