Sustainability objectives are sometimes viewed as difficult or contrary to the current interests of business and the economy. In all sectors of the economy and government, however, examples abound where sustainability objectives have simultaneously led to economic, ecological and social benefits. This project tries to document some of these examples.

The Case Studies listed on this page are largely symbolic. They are intended to stimulate discussion on Sustainability in Western Australia. The Case Studies provide a simple outline of activities that are bringing Western Australia closer to sustainability. They are not an assessment of the case study's sustainability; to do this adequately would require more comprehensive research to be carried out. They are however, case studies, which have contributed to increased, ecological, social and economic sustainability simultaneously. In this sense they should be seen as contributing to our understanding of sustainability in practice, the kinds of things it involves and ways in which it could be improved or expanded upon. Where appropriate, additional links are provided within case studies to facilitate interested persons to find out further information.

Western Australian University students, engaged in sustainability studies, have prepared the Case Studies. This has provided an opportunity for cooperation between government and higher education to achieve a common goal as part of the University Partnerships for Sustainability Program.

Please note that the Western Australian Government is not responsible for the content or reliability of the Sustainability Case Studies and does not necessarily endorse the views expressed therein.

CASE STUDY INDEX

AGRICULTURE & CONSERVATION

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

EDUCATION

ENERGY

HOUSING & CONSTRUCTION

INDUSTRY & TECHNOLOGY

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

MINING

PLANNING & TRANSPORT

TOURISM