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The relationship between economic, social and environmental systems is usually shown in one of two ways: | The relationship between economic, social and environmental systems is usually shown in one of two ways: | ||
| − | + | [[image:Weak_sustainability_model.JPG|300px]] | |
| − | In this graphic, the three systems are shown as separate yet connected systems. The point where all three circles intersect is referred to as the sweet-spot where outcomes are sustainable, by balancing the economic, social and environmental concerns. This model is sometimes referred to as “weak sustainability”. It tends to encourage trade-offs where economic objectives take priority over environmental and social objectives. | + | In this first graphic, the three systems are shown as separate yet connected systems. The point where all three circles intersect is referred to as the sweet-spot where outcomes are sustainable, by balancing the economic, social and environmental concerns. This model is sometimes referred to as “weak sustainability”. It tends to encourage trade-offs where economic objectives take priority over environmental and social objectives. |
| − | + | Some people, cynically, refer to it as the “Mickey Mouse” model, with reality looking more like this second graphic. | |
| − | {{IDevice|theme=line|type= | + | [[image:Mickey_Mouse_model.JPG|300px]] |
| − | # Take a moment to | + | |
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| + | # Take a moment to think about the above and consider the following questions: | ||
#* Do you agree with this model? | #* Do you agree with this model? | ||
#* How might it constrain or inform decision making to encourage decision-making that supported sustainability? | #* How might it constrain or inform decision making to encourage decision-making that supported sustainability? | ||
#* What do you think about the Mickey Mouse model? | #* What do you think about the Mickey Mouse model? | ||
#* Do you think it reflects the current, business-as-usual mindset towards sustainable practice? | #* Do you think it reflects the current, business-as-usual mindset towards sustainable practice? | ||
| − | # Write | + | # Write your thoughts in your learning journal. |
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Revision as of 14:23, 27 April 2016
The relationship between economic, social and environmental systems is usually shown in one of two ways:
In this first graphic, the three systems are shown as separate yet connected systems. The point where all three circles intersect is referred to as the sweet-spot where outcomes are sustainable, by balancing the economic, social and environmental concerns. This model is sometimes referred to as “weak sustainability”. It tends to encourage trade-offs where economic objectives take priority over environmental and social objectives.
Some people, cynically, refer to it as the “Mickey Mouse” model, with reality looking more like this second graphic.
