Sustainable
Sustainable (suh-stey-nuh-buhl)
Sustainable is an adjective that describes a method or practice that can be maintained or continued over the long term without causing harm to the environment or depleting resources.
Etymology
The term "sustainable" comes from the Latin word "sustinere", which means "to hold up, sustain". It was first used in the context of environmental conservation in the 1970s.
Related Terms
- Sustainability: The practice of using resources in a way that they can continue to exist for future generations.
- Sustainable Development: A type of economic development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
- Sustainable Agriculture: Farming practices that are environmentally friendly, economically viable, and socially just.
- Sustainable Energy: Energy that is produced and used in ways that support long-term ecological balance.
Usage
Sustainable is often used in the context of environmental conservation and responsible resource use. For example, "sustainable farming practices" or "sustainable energy sources". It can also be used more broadly to refer to any practice or method that can be maintained over the long term.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sustainable
- Wikipedia's article - Sustainable
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