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A Note on Environmental Sustainability

Werhane, Patricia ...

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A Note on Environmental Sustainability

Werhane, Patricia H.

E-0094 | Published January 26, 1996 | 6 pages Case

Collection: Darden School of Business

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This note presents various definitions of sustainability and outlines some of the basic issues surrounding environmental sustainability. It addresses the question of whether one can continue economic growth, expand the economic and technological bases of developing countries, and preserve the environment for future generations. The note is useful as theoretical background for cases on the environment and technology, as well as international cases, particularly those concerning economic expansion in developing countries.