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Implementing an eco-responsible approach: objectives, methods and examples

Author: Christel FIORINA

Publication date: October 10, 2011

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1. Definition and origins of the concept of ecoresponsibility

1.1 From greening to eco-responsibility

The concept of ecoresponsibility succeeded that of greening, adopted in 1995 at a G7 meeting in Canada. At the time, greening was conceived as a set of essentially technical actions aimed at controlling the impact of an organization's day-to-day operations on the environment.

Today, the principle of eco-responsibility is part of a more global approach to sustainable development issues. Indeed, given the growing sensitivity of public opinion, administrations, public establishments and companies must demonstrate responsibility in several areas: environmental, social, societal and economic.

Eco-responsibility therefore encompasses broader themes than just greening. It involves not only preserving and...

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