| Goals | Minimize waste • Reduce emissions • Conserve resources • Promote social equity |
| Origin | Early 20th century environmental activism |
| Benefits | Reduced environmental impact • Fostering a sustainable and equitable world • Promoting corporate accountability |
| Challenges | Conflicting interests • Balancing economic growth with sustainability • Greenwashing concerns |
| Definition | Efforts by businesses and organizations to minimize environmental impacts and promote sustainable development |
| Related concepts | Sustainable development • Corporate social responsibility (CSR) • Environmental stewardship |
| Examples of initiatives | Eco-industrial parks • Corporate accountability • Sustainability reporting |
