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Handbook of sustainability science and research [electronic resource]

By: Language: English Series: World Sustainability SeriesPublication details: Springer 2017Description: ebookISBN:
  • 9783319630076
Subject(s): Online resources: Summary: Discusses how the concept of sustainable science and research based on principles of economic, social and development can play a key contribution to the achievement of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals outlined in Transforming our World: the 2030 agenda for sustainable development. Part 1 addresses the political, social and economic dimensions of sustainable development. Part II considers environmental, social and technological dimensions of sustainable development. Part 3 focuses on holistic approaches, stakeholders’ engagement and education for sustainable development, illustrated with case studies presented at the World Symposium on Sustainability Science: Implementing the UN Sustainability Development Goals Manchester UK April 2017

Discusses how the concept of sustainable science and research based on principles of economic, social and development can play a key contribution to the achievement of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals outlined in Transforming our World: the 2030 agenda for sustainable development. Part 1 addresses the political, social and economic dimensions of sustainable development. Part II considers environmental, social and technological dimensions of sustainable development. Part 3 focuses on holistic approaches, stakeholders’ engagement and education for sustainable development, illustrated with case studies presented at the World Symposium on Sustainability Science: Implementing the UN Sustainability Development Goals Manchester UK April 2017