John Boyd is a Harvard KSG
alumni. John was an active member of the alumni and has
contributed in the construction of the website
AN INTRODUCTION TO
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
PETER ROGERS, KAZI
F. JALAL, JOHN A. BOYD
An Introduction to Sustainable Development presents the
concept and practice of sustainable development as a process
that meets the needs of the present generation without compromising
the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
This textbook examines the environmental, economic, and
social dimensions of sustainable development by focusing
on changing patterns of consumption, production, and distribution
of resources.
The impact of globalization and the role of the private
sector including multinational corporations are discussed.
Case materials include domestic and international initiatives
and projects; protection of coastal wetlands; development
of community-based water supply and sanitation systems;
sustainable energy, forest, and industrial development.More....
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