Sustainable Development in the context of Area Studies and Southeast Asian Studies refers to the pursuit of socio-economic progress while ensuring the preservation and protection of the environment, culture, and resources for future generations within the countries of Southeast Asia.
Definitions and Concepts of Sustainable Development: The definition, scope, and concepts of sustainable development.
Environmental Sustainability and Climate Change: Concepts related to environmental sustainability and climate change, and their social and economic impacts.
Social Sustainability: Understanding social sustainability aspects, including gender, race, income, and health inequalities, and cultural diversity and its preservation.
Economic Sustainability: Understanding the economic sustainability perspective, including resources, production, consumption, and their economic impacts.
Politics and Governance: Understanding the political and governance structure involved in sustainable development, from local to national and international community.
Globalization and Corporate Social Responsibility: Understanding the issues of globalization and corporate social responsibility.
Development Models and Practices: Different models and approaches to sustainable development practices, from traditional to modern systems.
Traditional Knowledge and Practices: The knowledge and practices of Southeast Asia's traditional and indigenous communities in sustainable development practices.
Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism: Understanding the role of ecotourism and sustainable tourism in Southeast Asia's sustainable development.
Water, Sanitation, and Health: Understanding the issues and challenges related to water, sanitation, and health in Southeast Asia's sustainable development.
Eco-Tourism: A sustainable tourism that minimizes the negative impacts on the environment, conserves the natural resources, and provides economic benefits to the local communities.
Organic Agriculture: Agriculture that focuses on the use of natural inputs and practices, which aim to enhance biodiversity, reduce waste and minimize the use of artificial pesticides and fertilizers.
Renewable Energy: Energy sources that are obtained from natural and renewable resources such as sunlight, wind, hydroelectric, geothermal, and biomass to reduce the use of non-renewable sources of energy.
Sustainable Forestry: A method of forest management that aims for the conservation of forest ecosystems and the sustainable use of forest resources for the benefit of the people and the environment.
Water and Sanitation: Provision of clean water and sanitation systems that promote public health, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability.
Green Buildings: Building practices that are energy efficient, use sustainable materials, and contribute to a healthy and comfortable indoor environment.
Sustainable Transport: Transport systems that minimize environmental impacts, improve safety and accessibility, and promote economic development.
Waste Management: A process of managing waste in a way that reduces the negative impacts on human health and the environment, while maximizing the valorization of resources.