Sustainability

by Jay Hanson. Essay on sustainability. <small>(February 20, 1998)</small>

Objective is to help create a sustainable society. Has news, discussion forums, publishes articles from its user group.

UK site with links and resources for sustainable development initiatives.

Case studies, planning guides and worksheets for programs to promote healthier and/or more environmentally sustainable actions and habits.

Networking and education for individuals and communities interested in sustainable development, permaculture design, and bioregional resource protection.

New Zealand organization offering workshops, consultancy, and other education, training and support, to further the particular goals of a business or organization while advancing a sustainable environment.

Ideas and solutions for sustainable living, businesses and communities.

A unique compendium of links for those interested in sustainable design and building. A good start, when moving toward making life easier on the earth.

A "think-do tank" dedicated to sustainable resource use, economics, and community. Providing information, analysis, and practical demonstrations that can foster transitions to sustainable systems at all levels of society, from local to global. Limited information on website.

Website about sustainable development in the construction, engineering, planning and property sectors. Searchable listings of sustainability events, searchable index, and sample articles. Focus is on the UK.

Independent, international research institute specialising in sustainable development and environment issues at local, national, regional and global policy levels. Aims to clarify the requirements, strategies and policies for a transition to sustainability. These goals are linked to the principles advocated in Agenda 21 and the Conventions such as Climate Change, Ozone Layer Protection and Biological Diversity.

Nonprofit organization working to help colleges and universities expand their efforts to make environmentally sustainable and just action a foundation of learning and practice. Organization information and resources for promoting sustainability.

Government of Canada Sustainable Development Information System</a> - Database of information on what the federal government and the country is doing in support of sustainable development. Includes copies of international protocols and agreements.

Nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that develops policies and tools that shift the economy and public policy towards sustainability. Includes how to help, news, and a list of projects and programs.

Purpose is to promote conservation and sustainable rural development. Includes archived newsletters council members, events calendar, historic markers, and educational articles. Located in South Carolina.