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The natural step for communities
"Imagine municipalities whose government operations become one hundred percent fossil fuel-free. Or communities that change depressed local economies to thriving eco-economies, creating over 200 eco-enterprises." "A dream? Far from it: The Natural Step for Communities provides inspiring examples of communities that have made dramatic changes toward sustainability, and explains how others can emulate their success. The book first clarifies concepts of sustainability and sustainable development and offers a clear framework of principles - The Natural Step - used widely to better understand these complex subjects. It then presents some sixty success stories from Swedish eco-municipalities that undertook significant change in numerous areas." "The book then presents a how-to section for effecting community change, complete with concrete steps, guiding principles and illustrative case...
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