Many people believe that the only way humanity can survive on this planet over the long term is to live sustainably, but what does that mean practically? SCCED has collected a variety of statements on sustainability to help clarify this.

• The Challenge & Opportunity of Sustainable Development
• Historical Highlights of the Sustainability Movement
• Economic, Environmental and Social Principles of Sustainable Development
• Earth Charter (NGO Draft)
• Goals for a Sustainable America by the President's Council on Sustainable Development
• Principles for Sustainable Communities
• Resolution relating to Sustainable Communities by the League of California Cities