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Sustainability (WHAT IS SUSTAINABILITY? (• In the past, defined as “how…
Sustainability
WHAT IS SUSTAINABILITY?
• In the past, defined as “how biological systems endure and remain diverse and
productive
• 21st century definition• “… the need to develop the sustainable models necessary for both the human race and
planet Earth to survive.”
• Balancing act
• Earth Charter (2000)
• “…the definition of sustainability to include the idea of a global society “founded on respect for nature, universal human rights, economic justice, and a culture of peace.”
SUSTAINABILITY BY NATION
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• EPA - USA
• “…isn’t part of our work – it’s a guiding influence for all of our work”
• “To pursue sustainability is to create and maintain the conditions under which humans and nature can exist in productive harmony to support present and future generations.”
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Market Pull
• When markets create a need for a sustainable product
• “Ethical Consumerism”
• Lack of water creates a need for better water management
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