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There Are Three Specific Ways In Which Economic Activity Relies On The Environment As A Source Of Raw Materials And Energy; As A Sink For Waste; And As A Provider Of Services Essential For Human Survival. These Functions Are Now Threatened As A Result Of The Degradation Of The Environment, And In Many Instances, Safety Thresholds Have Been Crossed. Industry Has Been Responsible For A Major Portion Of This Environmental Degradation And They Are Now Expected To Lead The March Down A New Path Of Economic Growth Known As Sustainable Development. This Book Provides A Primer Suitable For Companies Who Wish To Make A Start On This New Path.