"Sustainable development has become diverted from its central purposes and instead been appropriated to describe and just if approaches which are far more concerned with the demands of the present than the needs of the future." - Andrew Blowers, Jan Boersema, Adrian Martin.
We think we understand environmental damage: pollution, water scarcity, a warming world. But these problems are just the tip of the iceberg. Deeper issues include food insecurity, financial assets drained of value by environmental damage, and a rapid rise in diseases of animal origin. These and other problems are among the underreported consequences of an unsustainable global system.
In State of the World 2015, the flagship publication of the Worldwatch Institute, experts explore hidden threats to sustainability and how to address them. Eight key issues are addressed in depth, along with the central question of how we can develop resilience to these and other shocks. With the latest edition of State of the World, the authorities at Worldwatch bring to light challenges we can no longer afford to ignore.
This is an Academic Report on Sustainability and Sustainable Development. Here we were trying to give an approximative study of Sustainability and Sustainable Development following the UN Sustainable Goals Agenda.
“Sustainable Development” (SD) is an expression frequently used by ecologists,
media and politicians, but it does not always carry the same concise meaning. The EEA
(1998) stated in 1998 that over 300 definitions of SD had been given, many of them inappropriate, as the outcome of different visions, values scales, interests and
ideologies. In this way, SD becomes a non-operative ‘chewing gum concept’ that
everybody can adapt in his own convenience (Bermejo, 2005, p.24)
The Brundtland Report (1987) states the most widely accepted definition of SD as
“the development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability
of future generations to meet their own needs”. The worldwide commitment on the
acceptance of this definition constitutes a milestone in itself.
Global goals 5 pillars of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)Koh How Tze
People - End poverty in all forms and ensure dignity and equality.
Planet - Protect our planet’s natural resources and climate for future generations.
Prosperity - Ensure prosperous and fulfilling lives in harmony with nature.
Peace - Foster peaceful, just and inclusive society.
Partnership - Implement the agenda through a solid global partnership.
Global Goals: Every Achievement Counts
We think we understand environmental damage: pollution, water scarcity, a warming world. But these problems are just the tip of the iceberg. Deeper issues include food insecurity, financial assets drained of value by environmental damage, and a rapid rise in diseases of animal origin. These and other problems are among the underreported consequences of an unsustainable global system.
In State of the World 2015, the flagship publication of the Worldwatch Institute, experts explore hidden threats to sustainability and how to address them. Eight key issues are addressed in depth, along with the central question of how we can develop resilience to these and other shocks. With the latest edition of State of the World, the authorities at Worldwatch bring to light challenges we can no longer afford to ignore.
This is an Academic Report on Sustainability and Sustainable Development. Here we were trying to give an approximative study of Sustainability and Sustainable Development following the UN Sustainable Goals Agenda.
“Sustainable Development” (SD) is an expression frequently used by ecologists,
media and politicians, but it does not always carry the same concise meaning. The EEA
(1998) stated in 1998 that over 300 definitions of SD had been given, many of them inappropriate, as the outcome of different visions, values scales, interests and
ideologies. In this way, SD becomes a non-operative ‘chewing gum concept’ that
everybody can adapt in his own convenience (Bermejo, 2005, p.24)
The Brundtland Report (1987) states the most widely accepted definition of SD as
“the development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability
of future generations to meet their own needs”. The worldwide commitment on the
acceptance of this definition constitutes a milestone in itself.
Global goals 5 pillars of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)Koh How Tze
People - End poverty in all forms and ensure dignity and equality.
Planet - Protect our planet’s natural resources and climate for future generations.
Prosperity - Ensure prosperous and fulfilling lives in harmony with nature.
Peace - Foster peaceful, just and inclusive society.
Partnership - Implement the agenda through a solid global partnership.
Global Goals: Every Achievement Counts
Sustainable development is an integration of development plus environmental aspects. Sustainable development indicates the way in which development Planning should be approached. Its principles merits are that it modifies the previously unqualified concepts.
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Sustainable development is an integration of development plus environmental aspects. Sustainable development indicates the way in which development Planning should be approached. Its principles merits are that it modifies the previously unqualified concepts.
The paper arises many questions related to issues covered under the concept of sustainable development. Sustainable development mainly focuses on quality of life which is highly dependent upon use of natural resources and thus these resources must be sustained. The present concept of sustainable global enterprise will help to achieve three basic goals known as corporate responsibility, environmental protection and social responsiveness. The concept of sustainable development also focuses on issues related to women as they play a significant role in policy of sustainable development. Women issues are basically linked with population and fertility. The development process worldwide has contributed to increase in economic and social inequalities, environment degradation and has also led to growth in poverty.
The Global Commons Survey 2021 SWEDEN Summary publicOwen Gaffney
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The Rise of Green Initiatives in Developed NationsMira McKee
An academic paper regarding the increase in "green" businesses and ventures around the world (but especially in developed nations), written for my International Trade course.
Attitudes to planetary stewardship and transformation among G20 countries. Commissioned by the Global Commons Alliance. Produced by Ipsos MORI. Project leader Owen Gaffney
Presentation defines Sustainability, Sustainability Management, and presents some basic tools the Sustainability Professional can use to design and implement a Sustainability strategy.
Sustainable development, united nations. Description of sustainablity, and why it is needed in development. What are sustainable development goals? what is the position of India in SDG? what we gained and what we lost?
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Sustainable development is development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
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Global Goals: Every Achievement Counts (Section 1: Sustainable Development)Koh How Tze
There has never been a problem with the resources. The problems lie within the distribution.
We are the first generation to end poverty and may be the last
generation to solve the climate challenge.
Time might not be at our side but windows of opportunities are still around.
It may seem this is the worst of time, yet we can make it the best of time.
A change in mindset supported by collective and collaborative effort shall land us in a more resilient future, where all of us, and generations to come can live peacefully under a wealth creation and resource distribution model like never before.
In this section, we will look at:
● A Sense of Urgency
● People. Process. Technology.
● A Resilient Future
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A Review on "Is Sustainable Development Sustainable?”
1. Is Sustainable
Development Sustainable?
Andrew Blowers, Jan Boersema, Adrian
Martin
1
Presented By
Manzur-Ul-Hasan, Serial No. 05
Bibi Amena, Serial No. 06
Sajid Karim, Serial No. 33
Major Ashraf Hossain, Serial No. 66
A Review On
2. Conceptualising Sustainable
Development
‘‘Sustainable development is
development that meets the needs of the
present without compromising the ability
of future generations to meet their own
needs’’.
World Commission 1987, p. 44
Society should be protected ‘‘in such a
way that the needs and aspirations of the
present generation are met without
compromising the ability of the future
generations to meet their needs and
2
3. Central Argument
The main question is whether
Sustainable Development continues,
as a concept, to inspire scientific
purpose and, as a strategy, to
motivate political action.
Is sustainable development
sustainable in theory or in practice?
3
4. Sustainable Development: Basic
Arguments
The first argument is the concern for
maintaining, if not improving, the
conditions for living. This is expressed in
terms of meeting needs and aspirations,
looking after the planet, providing a
better quality of life and so on.
The second argument is a concern for
bequeathing an acceptable inheritance
to future generations. This comes over in
such terms as not compromising the
future, handing on in good order,
refraining from burdening future
generations.
4
5. Sustainable Development: Basic
Arguments (cont.)
But, it can be argued that sustainable
development has become diverted
from its central purposes and
instead been appropriated to describe
and just if approaches which are far
more concerned with the demands
of the present than the needs of the
future.
5
6. Sustainable Development: Basic
Arguments (cont.)
In today’s presentation we will discuss
this proposition by looking at three
dimensions of sustainable
development –
the economic
the environmental
the political
6
8. Growth VS Development
Mostly, the focus of economic policies are
fixated on the notion of ‘‘growth’’. But, self-
evidently growth is not the same as
‘‘development’’.
Growth is a measurable Quantitative concept
whereas Development is more of a Complex
Qualitative concept incorporating both cultural &
economic dimensions.
Development includes concepts that are
difficult to define, let alone realize such as
quality of life, sense of well being, positive self-
image, concepts more complex but broader. 8
9. Focus on Growth not Development
Our focus is more on Growth rather than
Development both in times of economic
hardship or recession & during the times of
plenty or economic boom. As a result even
our short-term plans seems impeccable to
us.
For example
11. We Do Not Act Before It Is Too
Late
11
We have become used to living with
threats
We have become indifferent and
fatalist
Although we have the knowledge of
the dangers and of the need to take
effective action now, the problem
poses no immediate hardship or
reason to act. But when the problem
materializes and action becomes
12. We Must Understand &
Acknowledge the fact that-
Sustainable Development > > >
Sustainable
Growth
12
13. And the fact that-
13
Sustainable
Development
Economic
Developmen
t
15. Ignoring Environmental
Concerns
The inevitability of climate change has
become a commonplace, a matter of
general acceptance. Indeed, this
familiarity is now part of the
problem.
We have become used to living with
the threat to the point where we have
made ourselves comfortable living
with it.
15
16. Economic Growth with the cost of
Environment and Climate
A combination of fatalistic acceptance
and hedonistic denial, makes the
problem seem less urgent, less requiring
of changing life styles.
Although we have the knowledge of the
dangers, the problem poses no
immediate hardship or reason to act.
Economic Growth not Environmental
Sustainability is now policy imperative
16
17. Environmental Sustainability:
Conservation Vs Protection
Environmental conservation may be a
necessary condition of environmental
sustainability but it is not sufficient.
It is necessary not only to maintain a
balance but to retain and restore
environments.
In terms of environmental sustainability,
policies for environmental conservation
are meaningless and un-sustainable if
not supported by the far tougher actions
required for environmental protection.
17
19. Politics: A Process of Collective
Choice
Political action is necessary to
encourage, constrain or prevent certain
forms of collective behaviour. But the
scope for political action to achieve
the far reaching changes to secure
sustainable development is strictly
limited.
There is a prospect that sustainable
development is achievable. The issue is
not whether it can be done, it is whether
it will be done or done in time to
prevent greenhouse gases reaching a19
20. Cost over Concern
While the cost of some renewable
options is falling rapidly they are not yet
competitive in developed economies
(on cost alone) with coal or gas for
electricity production.
Gas is already proving to be an attractive
option during the transition to a low
carbon economy both as a substitute for
coal and possibly nuclear but it may
also impede the progress of
renewable. 20
21. The Politics of Energy Giants
The relationship between big business and
the state is a further reason why de-
carbonisation will take longer than optimistic
forecasts suggest.
Energy companies are among the biggest
and most profitable in the world. The ability to
deploy resources and jobs provides them
with enormous political clout to gain
regulatory concessions, mitigation of pollution
controls, exploitation rights and licenses and
to gain access to markets.
The imbalance in power relations is
concomitant with persistent political and 21
23. Sustainable Development as
Ecological Modernisation
To all intents and purposes, in all its
dimensions, economic, environmental and
political, sustainable development has
become indistinguishable from ecological
modernisation.
This approach envisages environmental
conservation achieved through green
technologies promoted through market
based mechanisms, partnership between
business and state and the incorporation of
civil society through participation in policy
making. 23
24. Shortcomings of Ecological
Modernisation
The biggest shortcoming of ecological
modernisation is its short term
approach to the future. It is
essentially about present gratification
with, perhaps, some concern for the
next decade, maybe even a
generation or so. But, beyond that it is
difficult for people to conceptualise or
evince any concern.
24
25. What is the solution?
First, do not undertake anything for the future
that cannot be defended now. This poses a
problem in that some things will always be
controversial, to some desirable, to others
indefensible. Exp. Nuclear Energy
Second, decisions on major projects should
not only be based on variable magnitudes
like money.
Third, develop alternatives to discounting as
a means of making choices about the future.
Fourth, a sharpened concern for the future
must not be an excuse for ignoring current
environmental injustices.
Finally, The precautionary principle should
be applied. 25
27. Sustainable development in its present
dispensation as a process and concept
is no longer, if it ever was, a sufficiently
robust or practical guide or goal for the
future.
We need to re-invest in the concept to
ensure it focuses on meeting future
needs rather than responding to wants,
protects as well as conserves
environmental resources and
encourages shifts in behaviour through
greater equality and widespread political
participation.
As it is conceived and used at present27