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The Sustainability Revolution

Portrait of a Paradigm Shift

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Sustainability has emerged as a complex concept, driving a significant social transformation known as the sustainability revolution. This phenomenon is examined through five major societal sectors: Community (government and international institutions), Commerce (business), Resource extraction (forestry, farming, fisheries), Ecological design (architecture, technology), and the Biosphere (conservation, biodiversity). The book analyzes how each sector defines sustainability through principles, declarations, and intentions that guide policy and future actions. Key themes include stewardship, the need for economic restructuring that emphasizes no waste and equitable distribution, respect for natural principles, restoration of life forms, and an intergenerational perspective on solutions. These themes represent a new set of values indicative of a paradigm shift. The text highlights innovative sustainable projects and policies from Colombia, Brazil, India, and the Netherlands while exploring future trends. With a comprehensive resources list, this book serves as a valuable resource for business and government policymakers, academics, and anyone interested in sustainability. Andrés R. Edwards, an educator and environmental systems consultant, has focused on sustainability for over 15 years and founded EduTracks, a firm dedicated to green building and sustainable education. He resides in northern California.

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The Sustainability Revolution, Andrés R. Edwards, David W. Orr

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Titre
The Sustainability Revolution
Sous-titre
Portrait of a Paradigm Shift
Langue
Anglais
Publié
2005
Format
souple
Pages
224
ISBN10
0865715319
ISBN13
9780865715318
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Sustainability has emerged as a complex concept, driving a significant social transformation known as the sustainability revolution. This phenomenon is examined through five major societal sectors: Community (government and international institutions), Commerce (business), Resource extraction (forestry, farming, fisheries), Ecological design (architecture, technology), and the Biosphere (conservation, biodiversity). The book analyzes how each sector defines sustainability through principles, declarations, and intentions that guide policy and future actions. Key themes include stewardship, the need for economic restructuring that emphasizes no waste and equitable distribution, respect for natural principles, restoration of life forms, and an intergenerational perspective on solutions. These themes represent a new set of values indicative of a paradigm shift. The text highlights innovative sustainable projects and policies from Colombia, Brazil, India, and the Netherlands while exploring future trends. With a comprehensive resources list, this book serves as a valuable resource for business and government policymakers, academics, and anyone interested in sustainability. Andrés R. Edwards, an educator and environmental systems consultant, has focused on sustainability for over 15 years and founded EduTracks, a firm dedicated to green building and sustainable education. He resides in northern California.