The Natural Step: a unifying framework for sustainable development

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• Karl-Henrik Robért, Professor of Sustainable Development, Blekinge Institute of Technology, Sweden
• Tuesday 16 February 2010, 17:00-18:00
• Institute for Manufacturing, 17 Charles Babbage Road, Cambridge.

If you have a question about this talk, please contact Jo Griffiths.

Professor Robért, is the founder of the internationally renowned NGO The Natural Step. Originally a cancer scientist, he decided 20 years ago to launch a movement in Sweden for sustainability. His group worked closely with other scientists, business, and public sector bodies worldwide to develop a unifying framework for sustainable development and help in its implementation. In 2000 he was awarded the Blue Planet Prize, a prestigious award in recognition of his work. He will talk about his journey, the framework for sustainable development, and how it has been implemented in industries all over the world.

Presentation from 17.00 – 18.00 hrs

This talk is part of the Manufacturing Thursdays series.

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