The Effectiveness of Environmental Mediation: A Meta-Analytic Approach

• In Event: The Power of Mediated Messages in Conflicts

Abstract

This meta-analysis examines settlement rates in the field of environmental mediation. A review of literature indicates a lack of empirical data and the need for a quantitatively backed baseline measurement of settlements. The issues of defining success, understanding related resource assessments, and the difficulties in categorizing environmental conflicts are also discussed. The findings indicate a settlement success rate of 74% in 375 total mediations Additional findings, implications, and issues related to future research are discussed.

Authors

• Katie LaPlant Turkiewicz, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

• Mike Allen, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee