This examination of policymaking in the energy sector combines research on the current state of the sector with five in-depth case studies, each measured against an assessment framework to identify areas for improvement. The report makes recommendations towards a more coordinated, evidence-based, and inclusive approach to energy policy.

This report examines the transformative role of behavioural insights (BI) in European Union policymaking, advocating for integrating BI early in the policy cycle to enhance policy effectiveness. The policy relevance of this work lies in its timely contribution to evidence-based approaches, particularly in areas where the human dimension is key to policy success.

Designed for policymakers, public administrators and foresight practitioners, the toolkit aims to support countries and organisations in using strategic foresight to design and prepare robust and adaptable public policies for a range of possible futures. It features a five-step foresight process, facilitation guides and case studies to support effective implementation.

This essay considers the link between social capital and economic growth, making the case for a greater focus on social capital in policy and practice. It summarises why social capital matters, how it has changed and what policymakers can do to strengthen it.

The Victorian Government introduced the Early Intervention Investment Framework in 2021 with the aim to guide early intervention policy and budget proposals that focus to improve lives of inhabitants by linking government’s funding to quantifiable impacts. This case study gives an overview of the framework which provides a basis for trialling innovative early intervention initiatives.