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Sustainability Is Good, But Not Enough; Let’s Aim For Satisfiability
May 2026 Editorial

Sustainability Is Good, But Not Enough; Let’s Aim For Satisfiability

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This article highlights the paradox of sustainable development: while necessary, unchecked global “development” risks ecological collapse. Ooi Kee Beng argues this calls for a deeper shift beyond sustainability towards “satisfiability,” focusing on sufficiency, ethics, and collective well-being.
by Dato' Dr. Ooi Kee Beng
Dato' Dr. Ooi Kee Beng
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