SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
A very significant concept underlying international and domestic environmental policy is sustainable development. The implication is that there are limitations to the earth’s carrying capacity in the light of present levels of technology, social organization and population.
The evolution of ideas about sustainable development has been substantial, but the next step is to generate effective policy initiatives. While it is clear that current economic practices are unsustainable, it is an undeniable fact that developed countries have the knowledge to operate sustainably. The key will be for government and corporations to change practices in shifting to a more efficient model of resource use.
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