Sustainability

Humanity has the ability to make development sustainable to ensure that it meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Brundtland, 1987*

Sustainability focuses on meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs.
Sustainable development requires an integrated approach that takes into consideration environmental concerns along with economic development.  ​

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Sustainability is a paradigm for thinking about the future in which environmental, societal and economic considerations are balanced in the pursuit of an improved quality of life. 
4 interconnected dimensions to Sustainable Development or to consider when in order to Develop in a Sustainable way

1. society,
2. environment,
3. culture and
4. economy

 

 
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The recommended Five Domains of Sustainability are Environment, Social/Culture, Technology, Economics, and Public Policy.