The Natural Step and Sustainability
Go to www.naturalstep.org to learn about this innovative approach to business and sustainability. Click on the link for education, and then on the link for understanding sustainability. What is the funnel metaphor used by this organization, and why is it useful for understanding our present situation? In your own words, what are the principles upon which this philosophy is based? Do you agree with them? What might be the implications in your life if the conditions for sustainability are to be met? What are the four fundamental methodologies used by the Natural Step to assist businesses? Think of a business that's important to you (one that supplies things like food, clothing, or energy that you need). How do you think it might come out in this assessment?
