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The Natural Step: Towards A Sustainable Society (Schumacher Briefings #11)

The Natural Step: Towards A Sustainable Society (Schumacher Briefings #11)

Current price: $15.00
Publication Date: October 1st, 2004
Publisher:
Green Books
ISBN:
9781903998472
Pages:
96

Description

The Natural Step framework for sustainability is unique, science-based approach developed in 1989 and refined ever since. It is a way of seeing the world that helps decision-makers put sustainable development into action. In this Schumacher Briefing, David Cook tells the story of the evolution of the organisation from its start in Sweden to the present day. Whilst the fundamentals of TNS remain the same, it has responded to the ever-evolving sustainability debate. David provides an overview of the TNS framework here.

About the Author

David Cook’s connection to sustainable development began with the development of The Natural Step (TNS) in the UK. His previous career involved various senior management appointments in the public sector, including work with schools, social services and the probation service. David was Chief Executive of an award-winning public/private Project Company, to plan, fund and deliver a new University in the UK. David has always had particular interest in the human behavioural aspects of organisational change, and in overcoming barriers to creativity and development.