Territorial segmentation of key sustainability stakeholders for systemic change: Insights from Hungary

Abstract

Employing advanced statistical methods on qualitative data, this study explores territorial clusters of municipality leaders (ML) and educational leaders (EL) in Hungary, based on their sustainability priorities. It assesses how these clusters influence stakeholder engagement strategies and decision-making across local, national, and global scales. The analysis reveals synergies and divergences between ML and EL, emphasizing their combined potential in addressing the socio-economic and environmental facets of sustainability. The findings highlight the importance of collaborative ML and EL efforts in fostering systemic change underscoring the pivotal role of local actors in multilevel governance for sustainable development.