Sustainability simply means providing goods and services now without endangering people’s present and future ability to exist. A sustainable life, therefore, involves living together with the environment as well as economic and social aspects.
The term and theory of ‘sustainability’ can be regarded as old, but in modern times, attention has been paid to the cause of social justice and order. Then, one of the last bastions of sustainable growth was developed, and the two concepts were intermarried.
The term sustainable development was coined in 1987 in the report by the UN General Secretary Brundtland Commission, ‘Our Common Future. ‘ The report stated that ‘development must meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
How can Sustainability be Measured?
A few organizations are working on different ways to measure Sustainability, considering all three of its main pillars. However, quantifying the natural environmental protection that Sustainability strives for is challenging.
Sustainability is an easy way for a business or private organization to save. The only difference is that it makes selections to live sustainably through recycling, reusing, and repurposing, only to find an eco-friendly and cost-effective solution. It is also wise to spend money on buying only quality goods that will last longer.
Sustainability should be a significant concern in our daily lives, whether as individuals, a community, or a business. Practicing sustainable practices can reduce our impact on the environment.
What If We Fail to Live Sustainably?
Living an unsustainable lifestyle may decrease the quality of our living environment. Failure to live sustainably will have devastating impacts, such as landfills piling up garbage day in and day out, loss of forests, extinction of certain animal species, elevation of sea levels, worsening living conditions among underprivileged communities, decline in the nutrient content of food, and reduced opportunities to enjoy the beautiful outdoors.
Living sustainably helps us live an environmentally friendly life. This way, we can alter how we live and make better choices that lead to protecting the environment. It enables us to shift to a cleaner energy source and accelerate the world’s transition into a future with no net carbon dioxide emissions.
And even if much damage has been done to the environment, change remains an option. The driving urge behind this positive change is knowing what needs to be done to keep moving forward and trying to do it in a way that will last.
Examples of Sustainability:
- Renewable energy: As solar, wind, and geothermal energy become more widespread throughout the country, people and corporations are now getting used to energy from natural origins. Renewable energy sources are stable, nonpolluting, and normally offer relatively stable cost levels. By comparison, fossil fuels can only be consumed so much. Renewable energy sources provide a virtually endless supply of energy.
- Green spaces: For many years, green spaces within cities have been controlling and improving the air quality in the city. With the right home landscaping, you can stop nitrates from penetrating into the city’s water supply, limiting soil nitrate leaching. Many plants hold the earth in place, preventing sediment from getting into roads, sewers, lakes, and streams.
- Water treatment: Since water comes from the environment, we tend to forget its nature. Water treatment converts industrial wastes like acidic oily and acidic water into clean water. This treated water can then be used to meet our water needs in our homes and industries. We don’t have to dispose of such trash in landfills. If we treat such waste, we save money on the cost of clean water.
Living sustainably has environmental and wellness benefits. It safeguards natural resources for the future. Small steps sometimes result in significant changes, and working together can create a better future for all of us.
Conclusion
Sustainability has become necessary for survival for a business looking to succeed. The best part of embracing such sustainable practices is that you are helping save the planet while simultaneously developing a healthier and more responsible working environment. Easily reduce your carbon footprint, boost efficiency, and support your organization’s long-term sustainability goals with MoveInSync’s transportation solutions.
How MoveInSync Can Help Achieve Sustainability
At MoveInSync, you take a serious step towards Sustainability with our green employee transportation solutions. Optimize all commuter routes and use systems to render efficient transportation, cut through carbon emissions and fuel consumption, and save on traffic congestion.
The MoveInSync smart transportation platform will be environmentally friendly, assist your employees with cost efficiency, and save precious time on commuting.
Start your journey today towards a sustainable future. Let MoveInSync help you achieve your sustainability goals and contribute positively to the world around you. Reach out to us now and learn how!