sustainable change
[səˈsteɪnəbəl tʃeɪndʒ]
noun phrasepl: sustainable changes
mudança sustentável
1. A lasting transformation or modification that can be maintained over time without depleting resources or causing negative long-term consequences
The company implemented sustainable change by reducing waste and improving energy efficiency.
A empresa implementou mudança sustentável ao reduzir resíduos e melhorar a eficiência energética.
2. Environmental or social progress that meets present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet theirs
Sustainable change in agriculture requires balancing productivity with soil conservation.
A mudança sustentável na agricultura requer equilibrar produtividade com conservação do solo.
3. Organizational or systemic transformation that persists and creates enduring improvements
The school achieved sustainable change in student performance through consistent methodology updates.
A escola alcançou mudança sustentável no desempenho dos alunos através de atualizações metodológicas consistentes.
In Brazil, 'mudança sustentável' has gained prominence in corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives and environmental policies, particularly post-2012 Rio+20 summit. In the USA, 'sustainable change' is integral to discussions of corporate sustainability, ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) initiatives, and social justice movements. The term reflects a global shift toward accountability and long-term thinking rather than short-term profit maximization.
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