A journey of 1000 miles begins with the first step. In terms of sustainability, that step was taken in 1972 when world leaders met in Stockholm, Sweden, but whether the recent World Summit on Sustainable Development (WSSD) represents another step forward remains to be seen. After attending WSSD in Johannesburg, South Africa, I came away inspired by the thousands of individuals who devote their lives to making the world a better place. I was encouraged by actions of nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) and some businesses, but I left wondering about the proper role of government and why the United States refuses to take the lead.
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