Actioning the global goals for local impact : towards sustainability science, policy, education and practice /

This book highlights the value of sustainability science in newly emerging and innovative approaches to research, education, capacity building and practice in order to transform rhetoric into impact sustainability. Presenting case studies from various industries, sectors and geographical contexts ta...

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Group Author: Franco, Isabel B; Chatterji, Tathagata; Derbyshire, Ellen; Tracey, James
Published: Springer,
Publisher Address: Singapore :
Publication Dates: [2020]
Literature type: Book
Language: English
Series: Science for sustainable societies,
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Summary: This book highlights the value of sustainability science in newly emerging and innovative approaches to research, education, capacity building and practice in order to transform rhetoric into impact sustainability. Presenting case studies from various industries, sectors and geographical contexts targeting the seventeen (Sustainable development Goals (SDGs) outlined in the 2030 Agenda, it provides insightful recommendations to create sustainable impact while at the same time achieving the global goals. The book addresses the fundamental question of how sustainability rehtoric can be transfor
Carrier Form: xii, 298 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm.
Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN: 9789813299269
9813299266
Index Number: HC79
CLC: X22
Call Number: X22/A188-1