Environmental Sustainability

Abstract

In the modern era, environmental sustainability has become a pressing issue due to human activities' significant impacts on planetary health and future generations' well-being. Despite historical resource exploitation and industrial pollution, movements and laws aim to tackle these challenges. This chapter explores environmental sustainability's various aspects, from conservation to promoting renewable energy. It discusses theoretical frameworks like Systems Theory and Political Ecology, offering insights into addressing environmental issues. Through global policies, case studies, and emerging trends, the chapter aims for a more sustainable future. However, urgent threats such as climate change and biodiversity loss persist, emphasizing the need for immediate action. Environmental sustainability advocates for harmonious coexistence with nature, balancing human needs and ecological limits. As nations work together to address global environmental crises, this chapter stresses the importance of integrating sustainability into operations and promoting inclusive environmental governance.