How do we move away from the current environmentally destructive
economic system toward one that is more sustainable while still
ensuring continued economic growth? This book offers a positive
vision of an environmentally sustainable future and lays out the
steps ahead as we make the transition. Steven Cohen explores the
causes of environmental degradation and examines what
sustainability looks like in practice. He outlines realistic paths
toward a renewable resource-based economy, demonstrating that, in
many respects, the shift to sustainability is already underway.
Cohen describes a range of public policy and infrastructure
initiatives that can encourage cleaner production in the private
sector and consumption in everyday life. He argues that the
politics, advocacy, and communication around environmental
protection must change to emphasize successes, reduce scare
tactics, and make sure that the lifestyles and careers associated
with a more sustainable world sound attractive to a wide range of
people. The book depicts an appealing and equitable future that
assures quality of life while protecting the planet.
Environmentally Sustainable Growth brings together insights from
many disciplines, spanning the latest scholarship and practical
experience. Useful for students and courses, this book will be
informative for practitioners, managers, analysts, activists, and
scholars whose work incorporates environmental sustainability.
General
Imprint: |
Columbia University Press
|
Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
May 2023 |
Authors: |
Steven Cohen
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Dimensions: |
229 x 152mm (L x W) |
Format: |
Paperback - Trade
|
Pages: |
232 |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-231-20865-9 |
Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
0-231-20865-0 |
Barcode: |
9780231208659 |
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