Inspired by the philosophy of Agenda 21, adopted at the Global Summit in Rio di Janeiro in 1992, cities throughout the world are creating sustainability plans. This Article on German Sustainability and Global Development By Richard Loske and Wolfgang Sachs takes the long view and is as provactive as it is challenging.
Sustainability is a relatively new concept.
It can only be realized through rigorous analysis, bold imagination and courageous civic action. Charter of Calcutta We are at a turning point in history. Our planetary environment is severly damaged. Desertification is spreading, the globe is warming. Entire ecosystems are under threat.