Top-10 research priorities for sustainable futures: Insights from and for Czech Republic

Sustainability in lifestyles is closely connected to the change of every day patterns of individuals and their approach towards food and consumption, mobility and transport, housing, education, health and recreation with strong cross-linkages with communities and interpersonal relationships. Lifestyles also relate to cultural heritage as well as specifics of natural and economic environment. Hence, sustainability in lifestyles is also determined by the surrounding environment, not only personal needs. This policy brief presents and reviews Top-10 lists of sustainable research priorities for Europe and for the Czech Republic. These priorities have been formed in systematic interaction with citizens and experts. In the Czech Republic, the following recommendations were elaborated following the insights gained by the analysis of the 10 research priorities: 1.) Promote a suitable platform and a strengthened Civil Society capable of elevating citizens’ voice and engage them in discussions regarding sustainability issues; 2.) Support evidence-based policy-making culture and structured uptake of R&I results; 3.) Involve diverse set of stakeholders in priority-setting agendas.