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The sustainability solutions agenda.

Daniel Sarewitz¹, Richard Clapp, Cathy Crumbley

¹ASU/CSPO, 1834 Connecticut Ave., NW Washington, DC 20009, USA. dsarewitz@asu.edu

New Solutions : a Journal of Environmental and Occupational Health Policy : NS

|July 11, 2012

Summary

This study introduces a Sustainability Solutions Agenda (SSA), a novel approach that prioritizes identifying actionable solutions for sustainability challenges. SSA focuses on practical pathways, enabling transitions without compromising essential functions or interests.

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Area of Science:

Environmental Science
Sustainability Studies
Technological Innovation

Background:

Traditional sustainability approaches often rely on a
knowledge-first
framework, where scientific understanding of problems precedes action.

Purpose of the Study:

To present an alternative framework, the Sustainability Solutions Agenda (SSA), for achieving a sustainable society.
To shift focus from problem characterization to identifying viable solution pathways.

Main Methods:

SSA identifies paths to sustainability by enhancing current technological practices.
It involves applying existing knowledge to discover and assess technological alternatives.
This approach aims to facilitate transitions without sacrificing essential technological functions.

Main Results:

SSA offers a practical framework for implementing sustainability solutions.
It enables organizations and individuals to adopt sustainable practices without compromising essential functions.
The approach fosters evolving values toward sustainability through positive problem-solving experiences.

Conclusions:

The Sustainability Solutions Agenda (SSA) provides a pragmatic alternative to knowledge-first frameworks.
SSA promotes sustainability by integrating solutions with existing technological practices and user needs.
This method supports a gradual evolution of values towards sustainability.