RUSSIAN JOURNAL OF EARTH SCIENCES VOL. 9, ES2003, doi:10.2205/2007ES000273, 2007
[2] The subject of this study is based upon the concept of "sustainable development". The concept is a continuation of the theory of "noosphere" [Vernadsky, 1944]. The theory, in practice testifies that Vernadsky's "noosphere" doctrine at the turn of the century proves to be a necessary platform for the development of the "triune" concept of sustainable ecological, social and economic development. Hence, the new concept has united the three main components of sustainable development in society: economic, ecological and social.
[3] The economic component of the concept consists of optimizing the use of limited resources and the management of material and energy saving technologies. From an ecological perspective, sustainable development provides for the integrity of both natural biological and physical systems and ensures their viability. The global stability of the biosphere depends upon it. Special significance is attached to the ability of such systems to self reproduce and adapt to various changes, as opposed to being preserved in a static condition within a vacuum or deteriorating and losing its biological variety. The social component is oriented to human development, preserved stability of public and cultural systems, and the reduction of the amount of societal conflict.
[4] Coordinating a system comprised of these three components is a massive and complex task. Particularly, the interrelationship between social and ecological components results in the necessity of preserving identical opportunities for today's and future generations to exploit natural resources. The interaction of social and economic components compels achieving a valid distribution of material benefits amongst people and granting targeted help to poor layers of society. Finally, the interrelationship of natural protection and economic factors demands a cost assessment of the influence of technology on the environment. The solution to these problems is today's central challenge for national governments, pre-eminent international organizations and all forward thinking people of the world.
Citation: 2007), Sustainable development global simulation: Opportunities and treats to the planet, Russ. J. Earth Sci., 9, ES2003, doi:10.2205/2007ES000273.
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