Sustainability: More than a Buzzword
The word “sustainability” is commonly used and an ideal that is desired by many consumers worldwide. According to Hartman Sustainability (2019), since 2013, consumers’ associations of “sustainability” have seen growth in the following definitions: environmentally friendly, responsible farming methods, stewardship of land, and humane treatment of animals. The top definitions include ability to last over time, conserving natural resources, and recycle/reuse/reduce. Other values include fair trade, local, social activism, reducing carbon footprint, and economic viability, among others. ...