IS SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT SUSTAINABLE?
Jos Maria Figueres Olson, former President of Costa Rica, called for a change in development trends and for encouraging sustainability-oriented business. He supported the creation of international development indicators and the implementation of bio-literacy among new generations. Ralph Petersen, CEO, CH2Mhill, noted that although eco-efficiency is part of the new corporate mindset, the operational terms of sustainability should be defined. He said marketplace pressures and time constraints curb companies’ impetus to address sustainability. He noted corporations lack awareness of the risks of expanding production and natural resources exploitation. Marshall Gysi, Managing Director, International Federation of Consulting Engineers, presented guidelines committing industries to, and involving all stakeholders in, the goals of sustainable development. He highlighted the role of the Federation in helping clients meet international environmental responsibilities. On accomplishments since UN
