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Sustainable Development Vs. Sustainable development

“Sustainable Development” and “Sustainable Development” are two terms that are often used interchangeably to describe a development approach that seeks to balance current needs with future needs, taking into account economic, social and environmental aspects. Although these terms are used in similar contexts, they may have slightly different nuances depending on language and region.

Sustainable Development:

The term “sustainable” is derived from the verb “sustain”, which means to maintain, support or conserve. In this sense, sustainable development refers to a type of development that is capable of being maintained and enduring over time without exhausting natural resources or damaging the environment in an irreversible way. The focus on sustainability involves using resources responsibly so that future generations can also meet their needs.

Sustainable Development:

The term “sustainable” is also related to the idea of maintaining or enduring, but it may have a broader nuance in terms of maintaining balance between economic, social and environmental aspects of development. Sustainable development seeks not only the conservation of natural resources, but also social equity and economic viability. It is based on the idea that economic growth must go hand in hand with social justice and environmental protection.

Sustainable and sustainable development.

Why is it called sustainable in Mexico and sustainable in Peru? Is there any confusion in the translation?

In the 1987 Bruntland report, the term appears for the first time Sustainable Development = Sustainable Development. But in most cases the translation for “Sustainable” is different in Europe (tenable) that in Latin America (sustainable, in some countries).

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