sustainable
adj.adj. able to continue for a long time without causing damage to the environment. It also describes a way of living or working that does not use up all the natural resources.
adj. capable of being maintained at a steady level without exhausting natural resources or causing severe ecological damage. Often used to describe economic or environmental practices that meet current needs without compromising future generations.
We need to find more sustainable ways to produce energy.
The company switched to sustainable packaging to reduce its carbon footprint and appeal to eco-conscious customers.
Achieving a truly sustainable global economy requires a fundamental shift from linear consumption models toward circular systems that prioritize the regeneration of natural capital over short-term industrial growth.
From sustain + -able.
Commonly modifies nouns related to development, energy, or lifestyle; often used in the phrase 'sustainable development'.