transition to a sustainable society, swedish example prepared by anna gnyria summer course...

Transition to a Sustainable Society, Swedish Example

Prepared by Anna Gnyria

Summer course ‘Sustainable development in the Baltic Region -2010’

Content

• Introduction

• What a ‘Sustainable Society’ is?

• The Swedish Model

• Ways of evaluating sustainable development

• Sweden’s Environmental Objectives

• Conclusion le developmentSweden’s Environmental ObjectivesConclusion

Living sustainably means living in harmony with other people, with nature and not at the expense of future generations.

‘The Swedish Model’

‘Sweden’s Environmental Objectives’

“These objectives are a promise to future generations of clean air, healthy environments in which to live, and rich opportunities to enjoy nature”

Eva Eriksson, Chair, Environmental Objectives Council

Environmental Objectives Council • members from central government • agencies members county administrative boards • representatives of local authorities • environmental NGOs • the business community

Level of problems

National Regional Local

CONCLUSION