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Concept information

Preferred term

sustainable development

Type

  • Topic

Definition

  • Information Economic development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Synonyms

  • smart growth
  • sustainable growth
  • sustainable growth and development

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URI

https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/47915

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