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What is Sustainability?

There has been many articles written about sustainability over the past ten years. Most authors present a holistic account of how this methodology can apply to human development. I prefer a more simple approach in how we can integrate sustainability into current developments. Therefore my definition is concise:-

'Sustainability enables both mankind and nature to survive. It is a word for an evolving body of values and ideas, new and old, about a way to live on planet earth. It suggests a direction for mankind. But most of all it is a process which enables all people to realise their potential and improve the quality of their lives in ways that protect and enhance the earth for future generations.'

Integrated Farming System (IFS)

The systems are well-known in developing countries particularly Asia where they have been in use for many hundreds of years. Innovative ecological waste treatment of commercial liquid waste streams as a waste resource for utilisation by aquaculture operations.

Integrated farming utilising organic waste streams for feed and energy input to cultured animalswhilst using waste output as a horticulture resource.

[References: Chinese fish polyculture information | An example of IFS system by George Chan | Food And Agriculture Organisation | Integrated Bio-Systems - Zero Emissions Applications | Duckweed aquaculture]

Sustainability and Education in the Aquatic Environment

Many public aquariums have initiated innovative themes and in many cases native fish breeding programmes with support from specialist groups (listed above). Recreational leisure pursuits including angling, water quality, river and lake environmental health and pondkeeping. References:

[Exhibitions: Earth Centre - Nature Works | Water Works]


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