Why Is Sustainability Important in Project Management?

Having sustainability be relevant in all project areas will ensure that the environmental damage is minimised. As project managers direct the consumption of project resources, they should be looking at all factors, both inside and out of the organisation, over the entire life cycle of a project.

What is sustainability as used in project management?

Definition. Sustainability in the project profession is an approach to business that balances the environmental, social, economic aspects of project-based working to meet the current needs of stakeholders without compromising or overburdening future generations.

Why is sustainability so important?

Sustainability is important for many reasons including: Environmental Quality – In order to have healthy communities, we need clean air, natural resources, and a nontoxic environment. Growth – UNTHSC's enrollment continues to grow, so we require more resources such as energy, water, and space.