A recent addition to Lincoln's 2030 Comprhensive Plan, adresses sustainability in the following language:
“The Comprehensive Plan has long recognized the importance of building sustainable
communities - communities that conserve and efficiently utilize our economic, social, and
environmental resources so that the welfare of future generations is not sacrificed. This concept
has grown in importance with increased understanding of the limits to energy supplies and
community resources, the likelihood that energy costs will continue to increase in the future, and the climatic impacts of energy consumption. In a new century where these factors are likely to affect economic survival, we need to think about building communities that are resilient and
adaptable to change. We should encourage economics that are sustainable, an attractive quality
of life, and a healthy environment so that long-term benefits are derived for our community."
According to the EPA: "The traditional definition of sustainability calls for policies and strategies that meet society’s present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs."
What does sustainability mean to you?
