What does it mean?
Sustainability means meeting today’s needs without harming future generations’ ability to meet theirs, balancing environmental protection, social equity, and economic viability so that resources last long-term, focusing on using what can be replaced and minimizing harm to people and the planet.
Sustainability at St Michael's
It’s about long-term resilience, ensuring clean air, fair opportunities, and wise resource use for everyone, now and in the future, often visualized as three interconnected pillars: environmental, social, and economic.
Core Concepts
Environmental Sustainability: Protecting natural resources, reducing pollution, conserving biodiversity, and using renewable energy.
Social Sustainability: Promoting fairness, health, safety, opportunity, and equity for all people, respecting cultural diversity.
Economic Sustainability: Using resources wisely for long-term prosperity, ensuring financial performance supports lasting viability, not just short-term profit.
