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Brandon, P (2012) Sustainable development: ignorance is fatal - what don. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment, 1(01), 14-28.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: context; implementation; information technology; sustainable development; technology infrastructure; time
  • ISBN/ISSN: 2046-6099
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/20466091211227034
  • Abstract:
    Purpose - The purpose of the article is to highlight areas of potential research which will provide a deeper understanding of sustainable development and allow a more structured approach to the development of knowledge in such a broad topic. Design/methodology/approach - The approach has been to identify the philosophy of Herman Dooyeweerd and his theory of the cosmos as a means by which knowledge can be gained, understood and developed. This approach has allowed a useful framework to be developed which provides a checklist, a deep understanding and a place to structure and place emerging knowledge. It also allows some understanding of the strength of the interrelationships between modalities which contribute to sustainable development. Findings - The findings are still being investigated but several case studies have been undertaken which suggest that this philosophical approach is a useful way forward. Research limitations/implications - The research is the development of a methodology and as such will develop and emerge over time. In this connection the article suggests four areas namely