Sustainable development must satisfy the needs of present generations without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs. Although it looks at the economic, environmental and social aspects of sustainability, this article focuses specifically on an analysis of the concept in conjunction with the use and protection of natural resources. It shows how taking account of environme...

This paper explores links and gaps between the popular debate over sustainability, neoclassical and endogenous growth theory, and the “natural capitalism” argument. For more information, contact Daphne Greenwood at [email protected] 719-262-4031 In this paper, I explore the links between growth theory, the sustainability debate, and the “natural capitalism” argument. I also point out areas wher...

Natural technologies for sustainability: accelerating implementation The Life-C4R project is an international marketing that, thanks to Epta’s Full Transcritical Efficiency (FTE) and Extreme Temperature (ETE) systems, will substantially contribute replacing HCFC HFC greenhouse refrigerants with CO2 in commercial refrigeration a very simple, efficient reliable way any country, external temperatu...

one of the main reasons of unsustainability of city development in iran is that planners and mayors have not almost been able to create connections between different dimensions of a city. sustainability indicators are evaluation tools of cities operation applicable in living environmental, economical, and social aspects. the purpose of this paper is to offer a framework including the descriptio...

intra-city natural structures have always had a key role in creating sustainable urban greenspaces. adapting to natural features and relating the intra-city greenspaces to such natural structures as river-valleys, hillsides, lakes and forests, guarantee the endurance, sustainability and longevity of the natural quality of city. this paper looks at intra-city natural structures which have underg...

Modeling plays a vital role for knowing the status of ‘Ecological viability’ in relation to development phenomenon. However, the sustainability reflects the philosophy of adaptive eco-system management of the natural and man-made resources from the point of sustainability in accordance with changing scenario. The present paper throw an adequate light on the mechanism of model which has develope...

The increasing concerns about the environment and the depletion of natural resources are the main drivers for the growing interest in sustainability. Manufacturing operations are frequently considered to have an adverse effect on the environment. Hence, the sustainable operation of manufacturing facilities is a vital practice to ensure sustainability. The aim of this paper is to find the optimu...