Abstract

The function of NGOs and governments in promoting sustainability is discussed in this chapter. We
begin by discussing how governments might promote sustainability, and we offer some instances of
relevant laws and the EPA's function.

Next, we move on to discuss the origins, development, and function of NGOs.

Funding for NGOs in relation to power We address the function of NGOs in social, community, and
sustainable development and give examples of collaborations between NGOs and corporations. We
end by going into great detail about one particular group of NGOs: environmental nongovernmental
organisation(ENGOs)

Roles of organisation

What, if any, part should the government do in fostering sustainability?

The challenge of sustainability is being acknowledged by governments all around the world, and this
concept is being discussed in public policy debates. Each government must cooperate with others in
order to effectively address this issue.

To solve the issue in a global framework, other governments must be consulted.

Business will play the biggest part in attaining sustainability, according to a GlobeScan survey of
experts, with 35% of the vote, followed by NGOs with 30% and governments with 24%. (Bell, 2002).
This chapter will address the roles of governments and NGOs in improving sustainability, as Chapter
8 did with regard to the role of business.

The ability of governments to foresee an increase in demand for sustainable goods and services is
essential. Authorities can implement the following:

1. Policy development
2. Regulation
3. Facilitation
4. Internal sustainable management

Increasingly, governments are called to form partnerships ranging from the ones with other
levels of government to ones with civil society organizations (CSOs) and the private sector. In
terms of advancing sustainability, the government can also play a significant role. The five roles
are discussed as follows: 1. Vision/Goal setter: Governments need to provide vision and strategy
to incorporate sustainability in public policy. Concepts such as natural capitalism (discussed in
Chapter 6), eco-economy (Brown, 2009), and green economy (Milani, 2000) call for grand-scale
transformations in systems dealing with energy, waste, water, and governance. Governments
would need to develop strategies for a transition to an economy based on sustainability
principles.Internal sustainable management
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