The Natural Step (TNS) is a progressive system for moving society and in particular business enterprises and industry, toward a sustainable society. The TNS approach involves Four System Conditions that must be met if we as a society are to achieve sustainability. The TNS approach states:
TNS offers workshops, consulting services, and publications for organizations, governments, and corporations interested in learning more about this approach.
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www.naturalstep.orgAn approach known as "Ecological Footprinting" is the product of efforts at the not-for-profit group "Redefining Progress" in San Francisco. Mathis Wackernagel, Director of the Sustainability Program at Redefining Progress, is the lead author of a study published the week of 24 June 2002 in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
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www.rprogress.org andISO guidelines are products of the International Standards Organization, a consultative group with members coming from the various national standards organizations in each country. One series of ISO standards with the great relevance to sustainablity is the 14000 series, especially the guides and publications related to ISO 14001.
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www.iso14000.comEco-Portal describes itself as "an information gateway empowering the movement for environmental sustainability"
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www.life-cycle.orgThe Global Environment & Technology Foundation (GETF) is making a difference by promoting the development and use of innovative technology to achieve sustainable development. For nearly a decade, GETF has brought industry, government, and communities together to address environmental challenges with innovative solutions.
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