DEVELOPING CONSTRUCTIVE INTERACTION WITH THE STAKEHOLDERS AND PUBLIC (THE EXAMPLE OF THE NUCLEAR INDUSTRY OF RUSSIA)

Abstract

Aim. Revealing the peculiarities of the dialogue between ROSATOM and its organizations with the public concerned to form social demand for the development of nuclear energy. Identifying effective forms of interaction and working out recommendations for the development of the dialogue. Methodology. In the research, the experience of informational, educational and explanatory work carried out by ROSATOM and its organizations with the population and the public in the interests of developing the nuclear industry in order to meet the main challenges of our time was summarized. The analysis of regional features and institutional analysis of the Public Council of the State Atomic Energy Corporation “Rosatom” as a body influencing decision-making in one of the key industries in Russia were carried out. Results. New directions of work are proposed to form a positive attitude of the population towards the development of Russian nuclear technologies. It is shown that increasing the level of environmental literacy and better informing the public about radiation are essential. It is recommended to maintain a dialogue with the interested public, taking into account the specifics of the region, as well as the positive impact of nuclear industry organizations on the socio-economic, socio-cultural aspects that determine the quality of life of the population. The characteristics of encouraging and facilitating a dialogue with the interested public as a voluntary initiative of the nuclear industry have been determined. The Public Council of ROSATOM role in as an effective mechanism for public participation in decision-making regarding the development of the industry was considered. The Council initiatives aimed at increasing the level of public confidence, ensuring interaction with civil society are described. Recommendations for the development of interaction are formulated. Research implications. The article summarizes new material on the formation and development of the institution of public councils using the example of the Public Council of the State Corporation “Rosatom”. The author proposes directions for further study of the problem of public participation in decision-making by the authorities.

Keywords

• public
• public council
• nuclear energy
• civil society