etust
Etust is a term used in speculative fiction and theoretical discourse to denote a holistic metric or principle for evaluating the long-term viability of social-technical systems. In this usage, etust combines concerns of ethics, trust, and stability to assess whether a policy, technology, or institution supports sustained well-being across generations.
Origin and etymology: The word is a modern coinage with roots in various early 21st-century writings. It
Concept and scope: Etust is not a single metric but a framework that invites both qualitative judgments
Measurement and indicators: Practical use involves scoring across domains such as social equity (distribution of benefits),
Applications: In policy analysis, urban planning simulations, and discussions of technology governance, etust serves to foreground
Limitations and criticism: Critics note normative bias, challenges in obtaining reliable long-term data, and the risk
Status: Etust remains primarily a theoretical and fictional construct used to spark discussion about sustainable governance