Ikkebærekraftig

Ikkebærekraftig is a Danish term that translates to "unsustainable" in English. It describes something that cannot be maintained in the long term, often due to environmental, social, or economic factors. The concept is widely used in discussions related to environmental protection and resource management.

When an activity or practice is deemed ikkebærekraftig, it implies that it depletes natural resources faster than they can regenerate, generates excessive waste or pollution, or creates social or economic inequalities that are not conducive to long-term stability. For example, deforestation without reforestation, overfishing, or reliance on fossil fuels are often cited as ikkebærekraftig practices.

The opposite of ikkebærekraftig is bærekraftig, meaning sustainable. The goal in many policy and development initiatives is to transition from ikkebærekraftig approaches to more bærekraftig ones, ensuring that current needs are met without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. This involves a careful consideration of environmental limits, social equity, and economic viability.