In four subchapters, this small paper looks at the definition of Green Sustainable Development and its implications for the life of us as citizens on planet Earth.
Not only does it define the concept, but does also contrast it to existing neoliberal and capitalist imaginations being fixated on ever-more growth, production, and consumption. Finally, it involves the policy-making process, that is, how do we politically achieve things like the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN-SDGs) in a real world and not just on paper. Therefore, the paper contributes to a fruitful debate on the necessity for sustainable alternatives to our current thinking and doing.
Over the last years and decades, our planet has seen major changes on various scales. Not only has our climatological situation changed – more and more severe droughts, storms, flooding, for example – but also several social, political, and economic patterns have shifted. They include urbanization, racial violence, polarization, and accessibility problems.
To address these issues, a new understanding was necessary for organizing and advancing our world and the elements of it. It is the idea of Green Sustainable Development. Evidently, to adequately put such a concept to use, we must define and understand its three components, both on their own and in context of the whole term.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Query 1 - Discussing the Concept of Green Sustainable Development and its Implications
- Subquery 1 - What even is Green Sustainable Development
- Subquery 2 - How do Capitalism, Neoliberalism, and Green Sustainable Development go together?
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This text explores the concept of Green Sustainable Development, examining its definition, components, and relationship to existing economic models like capitalism and neoliberalism. It analyzes the evolution of this concept, its relevance in addressing environmental and social challenges, and its connection to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN-SDGs).
- Defining Green Sustainable Development and its three key components: "green", "sustainable", and "development"
- Analyzing the role of capitalism and neoliberalism in shaping contemporary economic realities and their impact on the environment and social well-being.
- Examining the potential of Green Sustainable Development as a model for achieving balanced economic growth while safeguarding environmental resources.
- Exploring the relevance of the UN-SDGs in addressing global challenges and promoting sustainable development.
- Discussing the potential pitfalls and limitations of implementing Green Sustainable Development, including greenwashing and the potential for economic exploitation.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The text begins by defining Green Sustainable Development and its three components: "green", "sustainable", and "development". It then explores the historical context of these terms, highlighting the evolution of sustainability and the need for a more balanced approach to economic development.
The text further delves into the relationship between Green Sustainable Development and existing economic models, specifically capitalism and neoliberalism. It analyzes the advantages and drawbacks of both systems, emphasizing the environmental and social consequences of unrestrained capitalist growth. This analysis highlights the potential of Green Sustainable Development to address these issues by integrating environmental considerations into economic decision-making.
The text then explores the role of the UN-SDGs in advancing sustainable development, highlighting the importance of achieving social, economic, and ecological balance. It examines the individual goals and their interconnectedness, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach to address global challenges.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The main keywords and focus topics include Green Sustainable Development, capitalism, neoliberalism, sustainability, environmental protection, social equity, economic development, United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN-SDGs), greenwashing, and the Green Economy.
- Citation du texte
- Leo Kempe (Auteur), 2022, Discussing the Concept of Green Sustainable Development and its Implications, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1441543
