sustainability
UK: səˌsteɪnəˈbɪləti | US: səˌsteɪnəˈbɪləti
n. the ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level without depletion of resources
n. the practice of using resources in a way that meets current needs without compromising future generations
The word "sustainability" combines "sustain," derived from Latin sustinēre (sub- "under" + tenēre "to hold"), meaning "to support or maintain," with the suffix "-ability," from Latin -abilitas, indicating capacity or suitability. The term emerged in the 20th century, reflecting growing awareness of ecological and economic balance. The morphemes logically merge to express "the capacity to endure or maintain."
The company focuses on sustainability by reducing waste and energy use.
Environmental sustainability requires global cooperation.
Sustainable farming practices ensure long-term soil health.
Critics question the sustainability of current economic growth models.
Urban planners prioritize sustainability in city development.