PUBLICATIONS
GREENLAND TEAM
From Clean Development to Strategic Sustainable Development
Dyer, Georges H.G., Michelle McKay and Mauricio Mira. 2006.
Abstract: Under the Kyoto Protocol, the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) has the
dual objectives of facilitating a cost-effective way of meeting greenhouse
gas emission reduction targets and contributing to global sustainable
development. Due in part to a lack of consensus on definitions of sustainability
and sustainable development and a lack of capacity to address these concepts,
there is a risk that CDM projects may fail to move the host country toward
sustainability. We suggest the use of a scientific, principle-based definition
of sustainability to guide project participants in their decision-making process.
We propose a user-friendly project planning tool - CDM Select - that can build
capacity for project developers to employ a strategic, whole-system approach
to sustainable development and increase the likelihood that CDM projects
move society toward sustainability. Early review of CDM Select by experts
and practitioners in the CDM arena indicate that is has stong potential to
assist in these efforts.
How can a destination resort development company be strategic in sustainable development?
Kasnet, Stephen Archibald and Carmen Turner. 2005.
Abstract: Although sustainable development is becoming a strategic priority for some organizations, many do not apply it as a business strategy like traditional objectives. Sustainability requires a calculated and streamlined approach, specifically, a clear vision of success and a comprehensive plan to achieve success. Intrawest Corporation is currently looking at integrating sustainable development into their practices in both their real estate and resort divisions. Whistler Blackcomb, implemented several environmental and community-based initiatives but has yet to take a company-wide approach to sustainable development. In this study, Whistler Blackcomb and Intrawest's sustainability initiatives were evaluated based on a scientific definition of sustainability. The paper explores how a resort destination company can strategically integrate sustainability into their business operations. The objective is to highlight Whistler Blackcomb and Intrawest as case studies to understand how a company can gauge their awareness, identify challenges and opportunities, and move towards being a more environmentally excellent, socially just and economically viable company.