UID:
kobvindex_INTNLM010906118
Format:
1 online resource (ix, 463 p)
,
illustrations, maps
,
cm
ISBN:
9781783471379
Series Statement:
Edward Elgar E-Book Archive
Content:
part 1. Conceptualisations -- part 2. Scales of assessment -- part 3. Sectors of assessment -- part 4. Approaches to sustainability assessment -- part 5. Governance and engagement -- part 6. Conclusions and epilogue
Content:
Sustainability assessment refers to any process that directs decision-making towards sustainability. This groundbreaking Handbook presents state of the art thinking and research on the theory and practice of this broad and rapidly evolving field. Emphasizing how traditional impact assessment practices can be improved to contribute to sustainable outcomes, the overall aim is to enhance the effectiveness of sustainability assessment practice. Based on original contributions from world-leading researchers and practitioners, the book examines sustainability assessment in five sections: the first explores the conceptual foundations of sustainability assessment from different perspectives; the second section introduces some of the different scales and decision-contexts to which sustainability assessment can be applied; third, sectoral approaches to sustainability assessment are investigated, focusing in particular on energy as a key area of future focus; the fourth section introduces several tools used within sustainability assessment, including ecosystem services, multi-criteria analysis, systems analysis, and objectives-driven approaches; finally, key aspects of sustainability assessment governance are considered, including managing decision complexity and community engagement. This essential and comprehensive exploration of sustainability, including strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats, will be invaluable to students, academics and practitioners
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
Additional Edition:
Available in another form ISBN 9781783471362(hardback)
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9781783471362
Language:
English
Keywords:
Electronic books
DOI:
10.4337/9781783471379
URL:
FULL
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