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Core reading 1: Sustainability Principles and Practice Chapter 1

Robertson, M. (2014). What is sustainability? (pp. 1-8). London: Routledge/Taylor & Francis Group.

Summary paragraph

Margaret Robertson has illustrated the term ‘sustainability’ that refers to the processes and systems, which are able to control and persist over long periods of life on their own. According to her, system is core to sustainability, as it is comprehensibly organized set of linked elements. A prominent example in this context what she has described is the ecosystem, where the forest is constantly changing being a part of a network of interactions that links it across to the other forest system across the planet. It is also mentioned that being environmentally responsible or ‘green’ doesn’t mean maintaining sustainability and also greenness though a positive step, is not an ultimate goal. The three pillars of sustainability include ‘three E’s’, which are equity, economics and environment. Sustainability concerns the existence of entire planet along with its inhabitants. The practitioners are request to look at economic, political, social, technical and scientific details more deeply and carefully in order to develop realistic frameworks.

Commentary paragraph

The word ‘sustainability’ is applicable and can be used in different form and the writer in her piece of writing has mentioned about every possible usage of the term ‘sustainability’. This would help the reader to understand and later, appropriately use in various relevant context. One of the most important aspect highlighted in this article was that people focus less on ‘less bad’ by reducing irreplaceable capital slowly, but are highly concerned with recycling and using comparatively less-toxic products. Environmental integrity is critical and the related problems are the result of ways people have organized economically, politically and socially. People have enough skills and knowledge that need to be concentrated, focused and integrated as changes can bring new business opportunities, which in turn could increase living wages, improve quality of life and make the surroundings delightful and comfortable. In order to meaningfully contribute to the sustainable development of the planet individuals requires critical thinking ability, ability to motivate, inspire and encourage.

Core reading 2: Developing Awareness of the Sustainability Concept

Herremans, I. & Reid, R. (2002). Developing Awareness of the Sustainability Concept. The Journal Of Environmental Education, 34(1), 16-20. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00958960209603477

Summary paragraph

In this article, Herremans and Reid have mentioned about sustainability traid framework and how this framework is used for teaching sustainability. They have used a case study on a national park in order to demonstrate how the framework could be used to identify if the three pillars of sustainability are conflicting or congruent with one another. This framework showed to be beneficial in developing an understanding on sustainability in an abstract form. It is evident that sustainability triad framework helps students in various ways, for instance: students can conceptualize easily the connection among economic, social and environmental values by defining the activities, which fit into environmental education. It is mentioned that integrating environmental content in school programs as a separate course could enhance the quality of environmental education. Environmental perspectives present scientifically oriented point of views towards sustaining ecological and biological conditions, which makes possible development.

Commentary paragraph

The ideas that have been derived from the selected case study could be applied in the field of institute, business and other relevant activities. This would enable the students to better understand the multidimensional nature of relevant decisions as members of the society. The framework clarifies the hindrances of obtaining sustainability that are frequently originate from the diversity of the stakeholders and their sets of values. Thus, it improve the students’ capacity of analysis, judgement, evaluation and synthesis. Discussion on the improvement of quality of environment education would enable the educators to improve environmental curriculum irrespective of the geographical location. Identifying conflicts and congruencies among economic, environmental and social set ups enable the educators to discuss on how the entire condition could be improved. This would also allow the students to take part in the discussion and come up with effective solutions to reach the goal of sustainability.

Core reading 3: The mining boom and Western Australia’s changing landscape: Towards sustainability or business as usual?

Brueckner, M., Durey, A., Mayes, R., & Pforr, C. (2013). The mining boom and Western Australia’s changing landscape: Towards sustainability or business as usual?. Rural Society, 22(2), 111-124. http://dx.doi.org/10.5172/rsj.2013.22.2.111

Summary paragraph

Brueckner et al., have explored the impact of mining in Western Australia (WA), where mining sector has emerged as economic pillar of the entire nation. Since past, mining activities are blamed for environmentally and socially disruptive but now-a-days, mining sector focused heavily on sustainable and socially responsible business practices. Considering a diverse perspective, sector’s contribution to WA’s sustainable development has also been discussed. The perspectives considered were community-based research, related academic literature and information derived from the government and non-profit organizations. It was found that in spite of the operational and attitudinal improvements within the industry, the environmental, economic and social problems still remained. These problems necessitate attention from the government and business organizations in order to ensure long-term sustainability of people, place and positive developments. A strong governance system is suggested in accordance with the issues on sustainability of mining. Considering various social, environmental and financial impacts in present years, a proper recognition of the aggregated effects of mining is suggested, which would help in a holistic understanding of the links between indigenous rights, their culture, communities, environment and mining activities.

Commentary paragraph

WA’s mining sector has contributed largely on the state’s economic success. However, the success is limited to the individuals working within the industry as the costs of the prosperity are majorly tolerated by the operationally weaker communities across the state. Environmental impacts because of the exploitation of the state’s natural resources like pollution, water scarcity, and waste production have also been noticed. Irrespective of the intensity of the damage to the state’s biodiversity, the policymakers needs to concentrate on the sustainability of the biodiversity. Thus, mining activities in selective areas and adherence with the law (Mining Act) would be effective in protecting the biodiversity, simultaneously, sustain the economic development of the nation.

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