sustainability

[suh-stey-nuh-bil-i-tee]

noun

1. the ability to be sustained, supported, upheld, or confirmed.

2. Environmental Science.,  the quality of not being harmful to the environment or depleting natural resources, and thereby supporting long-term ecological balance.

   The committee is developing sustainability standards for products that use energy.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sustainability¹

sustain + -ability

Example Sentences

The King's Foundation provides opportunities for people to learn practical heritage skills and focuses on sustainability.

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In this way, archaeology becomes more than a study of the past; it becomes a means of reconnecting ancient knowledge with today's urgent debates about sustainability and environmental justice.

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Ms Spurrier said the toy swap, which has been set up in partnership with West Cheltenham Partnership and Atlas Camps, will help bring people together, save money and promote sustainability.

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"We inherited a Send system on its knees and our changes will make sure children get support at the earliest stage, while bringing about financial sustainability for councils," they added.

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The commission has said in the past it held "broad consultations" on the sustainability law review, involving businesses, trade unions and non-governmental organisations.

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