The practice of meeting present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet theirs, especially in environmental contexts.

A business model where companies integrate social and environmental concerns into their operations and interactions with stakeholders.

Strategies aimed at minimizing waste generation at the source, thereby decreasing the environmental impact.

Methods and processes that are environmentally responsible and sustainable, reducing harm to the planet.

The management of the flow of goods and services, including all processes that transform raw materials into final products.

Measurable values that demonstrate how effectively an organization is achieving key business objectives, especially in sustainability.

The integration of sustainability principles into inventory practices to minimize waste and environmental impact.

An economic model aimed at eliminating waste through the continual use of resources, promoting recycling and reuse.

A technique to assess the environmental impacts associated with all the stages of a product's life from cradle to grave.

A supply chain that incorporates environmentally friendly practices at all stages, from sourcing to disposal.

The process of involving all parties affected by a company's actions in decision-making and strategy development.

Quantitative measures used to assess the effectiveness of sustainability practices and initiatives.

Using the Earth's limited resources in a sustainable manner while minimizing impacts on the environment.

The total amount of greenhouse gases produced directly and indirectly by an individual, organization, event, or product.

A measure of human demand on the Earth's ecosystems, representing the amount of natural capital used.

The practice of misleading consumers regarding the environmental practices of a company or the environmental benefits of a product.

The process of purchasing goods and services that have a reduced environmental impact throughout their life cycle.

A process used to evaluate the environmental effects of a proposed project before it is carried out.

The collection, transport, processing, recycling, or disposal of waste materials, aimed at reducing their impact on health and the environment.

A ratio that shows how many times a company's inventory is sold and replaced over a period.

Identifying, assessing, and prioritizing risks associated with sustainability practices and developing strategies to manage them.

A set of 17 global goals established by the United Nations to address global challenges, including those related to sustainability.

Open communication about the sourcing and production processes within a supply chain to build trust and accountability.

A systematic approach to estimating the strengths and weaknesses of alternatives in terms of costs and benefits.

An ongoing effort to improve products, services, or processes through incremental and breakthrough improvements.