I feel it depends on the political economy of the prevailing government and their real commitment to the environment. If you look at the recent report for Biodiversity published in the UK it highlights some real difficulties with this among other things. Das Gupta's Biodiversity Report in the UK has highlighted takeaway points one main one of which is the fact that if natural resources were given an innate value then sustainable economics would be more achievable.

Dr Patricia Kavanagh thank you for your contribution to the discussion

Yes, economic growth is not compatible with environmental sustainability. Sustainable economic growth is economic development that attempts to satisfy the needs of humans but in a manner that sustains natural resources and the environment for future generations. An economy functions in the ecosystem. Economic growth and environmental sustainability are not mutually exclusive but mutually reinforcing objectives that can be achieved through green innovation and transformation. Businesses that adopt sustainable practices can gain competitive advantages while positively contributing to society and the planet. If economic growth is pursued without consideration for the environment, it can lead to negative consequences. Increased production and consumption can deplete natural resources, increase pollution, and contribute to climate change, ultimately harming environmental quality. Green growth forms the core of sustainable development strategies. The central assumption is that economic growth can continue while reducing resource use, environmental pressures, and impacts. Green growth forms the core of sustainable development strategies. The central assumption is that economic growth can continue while reducing resource use, environmental pressures, and impacts. The limitations of economic growth at the expense of the environment are evident. Sustainable economic prosperity can only be achieved in the long run if it is coupled with ecological sustainability. Economic growth is when the gross domestic product (GDP) increases over a period of time. Sustainable growth means maintaining the growth rate without causing other economic problems. Rapid growth may deplete resources, create environmental problems and contribute to global warming.

The idea of sustainability is an extraordinary achievement of civilization. It enables the synergy of nature and society. This implies the growth of overall human achievement, not just economic growth.

The basic postulate of sustainability is SELF-CONTROL. Self-control requires education that will make it clear to people that "everything is connected to everything" and to suppress the consumer mentality.

However, the data indicate that education is is getting lower worldwide, and dominant liberal capitalism encourages consumption. It casts a shadow on the truth of the concept of sustainability that is being pushed in the West.

However, countries that decide to adopt this concept as a development model have a good perspective. But it is a long process. New generations with a different education are needed. First of all, the creators of new technologies (mainly engineers) should know not only the primary and secondary consequences of the offered solution, but also the tertiary ones. It is longer than the election of a certain state administration. A general consensus of all relevant factors of the society is needed.

Dr Gordana Komazec thank you for your contribution to the discussion

The limitations of economic growth at the expense of the environment are evident. Sustainable economic prosperity can only be achieved in the long run if it is coupled with ecological sustainability. Here are some specific examples of how the economy and the environment are correlated: Increased economic activity leads to increased demand for energy, which can lead to increased pollution. Deforestation to make way for agriculture or development can contribute to climate change. This means implementing policies and practices that minimize environmental harm, promote resource efficiency, and support renewable energy sources. In this scenario, economic growth can even contribute to better environmental quality by driving innovation and investment in clean technologies. Green growth forms the core of sustainable development strategies. The central assumption is that economic growth can continue while reducing resource use, environmental pressures, and impacts. As the economic subsystem grows, it incorporates an increasing proportion of the total ecosystem. For this reason, development is not sustainable. The term sustainable development, as it applies to the economy, is a contradiction. Economic and environmental performance must go hand in hand. The natural environment is central to economic activity and growth, providing the resources we need to produce goods and services, and absorbing and processing unwanted by-products in the form of pollution and waste. Recycling and reducing pollution is a common economic and environmental stability practice that can help increase the value of materials. For example, a company producing aluminum cans can sustain operations by recycling used cans and creating molten aluminum for recasting, instead of mining for aluminum ore.Reducing greenhouse gas emissions, especially in crucial sectors such as power generation, industry, agriculture and transportation. Increasing the production and use of energy from renewable sources. Implementing policies to conserve biodiversity by addressing its causes. The limitations of economic growth at the expense of the environment are evident. Sustainable economic prosperity can only be achieved in the long run if it is coupled with ecological sustainability.