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Sustainability
Sustainability considers present and future needs together, including environmental, social, and economic effects.
Sustainability considers how to meet present needs while preserving the ability of future generations to meet theirs. It connects environmental protection with human well-being and economic viability over time.
For property decisions, that perspective means considering environmental, social, and economic effects together. Describing a project as sustainable does not by itself establish a measured outcome or a particular building certification.
Source: U.S. EPA: Sustainability and the Report on the Environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is sustainability only about reducing energy use?
No. Energy is one consideration. Sustainability also considers environmental conditions, human well-being, and economic effects over time.
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