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Theory and Concept of Sustainability and Sustainable Development

In: Practical Sustainability

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  • Nasrin R. Khalili

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This chapter provides an overview of the theories and concepts of sustainability and sustainable development and their anticipated links to global environmental, economic, and social crises. The theory of climate change and its likely impact on natural resources and their capacity for supporting sustainable economic development are discussed, and a comprehensive analysis of the concepts of sustainability (definition and types) and the sustainable development paradigm is provided. Due to its relevance to the topic of environmental sustainability, an overview of the Natural Capital, Natural Steps, and Factor X rules and definitions are also provided. Scenario-based analysis that has been used successfully in the development of strategic planning exercises and sustainability-related policies, rules, and regulations is discussed. The core thrust of economic, social, and environmental sustainability, emerging strategies, and developing praxis presented in this chapter and throughout the book support the concept of practical sustainability defined here as an integrated approach to long-term environmental sustainability.

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  • Nasrin R. Khalili, 2011. "Theory and Concept of Sustainability and Sustainable Development," Palgrave Macmillan Books, in: Practical Sustainability, chapter 0, pages 1-22, Palgrave Macmillan.
    • Handle: RePEc:pal:palchp:978-0-230-11636-8_1
    DOI: 10.1057/9780230116368_1
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