The framework provided a structured perspective distinct from routine practices, opening space for dialogue on issues that stakeholders do not usually confront—such as ethical considerations and the dynamics of regional networks. By assigning a tentative maturity level, the process not only identified specific areas for improvement but also demonstrated how societal readiness can strengthen local ownership and foster lasting positive impact on communities. BIOLOC validated the potential of the SRL toolset as a common framework for discussing progress, challenges, and opportunities at the local level. To test its adaptability, three initiatives from the BIOLOC catalogue of good practices were selected for the SRL scoring exercise: Bio Brezovo in Plovdiv (Bulgaria), Cooperativa Tararaina– ECORADIZ in Aragón (Spain), and the Valentia Foundation in Aragón (Spain). The accompanying images illustrate the outcomes of two guided self-assessments with local stakeholders, reflecting the diverse contexts in which these initiatives are being deployed and pointing to the directions where further intervention may be needed.
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