A Framework for Sustainability

Authors

Joseph A. Tainter, Utah State UniversityFollow

Document Type

Article

Journal/Book Title

World Futures

Publication Date

1-1-2003

Volume

59

First Page

211

Last Page

223

Abstract

Sustainability is value laden, and achieving sustainability is constrained by conflict and inefficient problem solving. Sustainability requires minimizing the costs of both constraints. This article outlines a framework for sustainability that recognizes divergent values, improves the productivity of debate, and suggests how to reduce sustainability costs.

Recommended Citation

Tainter, J. A. A Framework for Sustainability. World Futures 59: 211-223.