The Importance of Sustainability: Understanding the Three Pillars for Our Planet and Its Inhabitants
Sustainability in a Nutshell
Sustainability is the practice of meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. 🌎 This means using resources in a way that preserves the environment and ensures that there will be enough resources for future generations to use. It also involves making sure that economic, social, and environmental factors are all considered when making decisions.
(Source: United Nations Brundtland Commission, 1987. https://www.un.org/en/academic-impact/sustainability)
The Three Pillars of Sustainability
🌿 Environmental sustainability is all about keeping our planet's natural systems in balance and consuming resources at a sustainable rate.
📈 Economic sustainability means ensuring that communities around the world have the resources and financial means they need to thrive.
🌆 Social sustainability is about making sure that everyone has access to basic rights and necessities, and that they can live in healthy and secure communities free from discrimination. By focusing on all three pillars, we can create a more sustainable and equitable future for everyone.