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This collection of amazing work, based on rigourous academic and
practical research, brings together an overview of the 21st-century
business case for sustainable development (Business Opportunities),
incorporates innovative technical, structural and social
advancements (Innovation), and explores the role of governance to
lead and underpin business and communities in the shift towards a
sustainable future (Governance). The editorial team from The
Natural Edge Project have studied and incorporated the works of
over 30 of the world's leaders in sustainability. This book
combines the lessons of competitive advantage theory and practice,
such as the works of Michael Porter, with the sustainability
paradigm in light of the important developments in economics,
innovation, business and governance over the last 30-50 years. Far
from being in conflict with economics and business practice this
book shows how we can maximize the well being of society and the
environment and drive innovation in an increasingly competitive
world. The book and an extensive companion web site are significant
resources that offer core information for all those working on and
in the new sustainable economy.
Cents and Sustainability is a clear-sighted response to the 1987
call by Dr Gro Brundtland in Our Common Future to achieve a new era
of economic growth that is 'forceful and at the same time socially
and environmentally sustainable'. The Brundtland Report argued that
not only was it achievable, but that it was an urgent imperative in
order to achieve a transition to sustainable development while
significantly reducing poverty and driving 'clean and green'
investment. With some still arguing for significantly slowing
economic growth in order to reduce pressures on the environment,
this new book, Cents and Sustainability, shows that it is possible
to reconcile the need for economic growth and environmental
sustainability through a strategy to decouple economic growth from
environmental pressures, combined with a renewed commitment to
achieve significant environmental restoration and poverty
reduction. Beginning with a brief overview of some of the most
pressing environmental challenges of our time, the book then
explains 'decoupling theory', overviews a number of factors that
can undermine and even block efforts to decouple in both developed
and developing countries, and then discusses a number of key
considerations to assist the development of national 'decoupling
strategies'. The book then focuses on presenting evidence to
support greater action, not just on climate change, but also on
decoupling economic growth from the loss of biodiversity and the
deterioration of natural systems, freshwater extraction, waste
production, and air pollution. In the lead up to the 2012 United
Nations Earth Summit and beyond, Cents and Sustainability will be a
crucial guide to inform and assist nations to develop strategies to
significantly reduce environmental pressures, strengthen their
economy, create jobs and reduce poverty. 'I commend the team from
The Natural Edge Project and their partners for undertaking to
develop a response to 'Our Common Future' to mark its 20th
anniversary.' Dr Gro Brundtland. Sequel to The Natural Advantage of
Nations Published with The Natural Edge Project
This book is more than just a 'palliative care' guide for the
planet - it is about innovation, solutions, competitiveness and
profitability. At work, at home and as members of society, our
generation has an opportunity - to be part of the obligation - and
an exciting solution in restoring the balance. The authors present
a bold vision for the future and demonstrate how we can get there,
drawing on lessons of competitive advantage theory and the latest
in sustainability, economics, innovation, business and governance
theory and practice. The result is nothing less than the most
authoritative and comprehensive guide to date, to building the new
ecologically sustainable economy. For further information about The
Natural Edge Project and to view the book's online companion, visit
www.naturaledgeproject.net.
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