Sustainability: If It's Everything, Is It Nothing? Heather M. Farley and Zachary A. Smith is an English-language printed study book on sustainability. This work is intended for students in higher education and aims to foster a critical understanding of current sustainability issues.
The authors point out that a new understanding of sustainability is essential to serve future generations in an ecologically, economically, and socially just manner. Despite the broad attention to sustainability, the concept remains unclear and controversial. The book examines the use, misuse, and misinterpretation of sustainability and presents practical examples of so-called 'faux sustainability'.
With the introduction of 'neo-sustainability', the research provides an updated definition that emphasizes the primacy of the environment and natural limits, as well as the interaction between environment, society, and the economy. This makes it a valuable resource for students, researchers, and professionals who want to explore developments and applications related to the environment and sustainability.
In terms of content, this book aligns with topics such as central and national government policy, sustainability, and architecture, with a focus on green design. Series: Critical Issues in Global Politics