When building a new residential development or mall, a national real estate organization typically does not remove many trees, basing its decision on the belief that natural resources are limited and the company must not compromise the ability of future generations to meet its own needs. To which philosophy is the company adhering?a. green valuesb. sustainabilityc. natural ethicsd. enviroethicse. environmental stimulation
Sustainability refers to meeting today's needs without compromising or jeopardizing the future generations' ability to fulfill their needs. Sustainability focuses on three main areas:
economic: support long term economic growth
environmental: protect and maintain environmental resources for future generations
social: develop organizations and communities that meet the needs of current and future generations