EVOLUTION OF THE CONCEPT OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION DISCOURSE: TERRITORIAL CONTEXT

Abstract

Background . The article analyzes the evolution of the concept of sustainable development. It is emphasized that the concept of sustainable development proposed by the Brundtland Commission in its report "Our Common Future" provides a basis for the integration of environmental policy and development strategies. The author shows the ways of implementing economic instruments to support environmental protection, innovation and economic efficiency. It is substantiated that policy development and public support are crucial elements for the success of the introduction of new technologies and the reduction of production waste. The advantage of market environmental instruments over command and control is shown. Prospects for improving the system of territorial organization of power in Ukraine on the basis of the developed theoretical approaches are outlined.

Methods . In preparing the research, the following methods were used: forecasting, in particular, structuring in forecasting and forecast scenarios (in outlining the prospects for long-term economic stability); systematic approach (to identify correlations between economic, social and environmental components); chronological approach (to clarify the stages of evolution of the concept of sustainable development); structural and genetic analysis and synthesis (to determine the essence of the processes of development of the concept of sustainable development).

Results . The article traces the importance of the internal interdependence between the long-term stability of the environment and the economy, which is the basis of the principle of sustainable development in the management of territories. It is emphasized that the overall goal of sustainable development is the long-term stability of the economy and the environment, which is achieved by integrating and taking into account economic, environmental and social issues throughout the decisionmaking process by the elements of the territorial organization of power.

It is proved that sustainable development requires elimination of fragmentation, i.e., environmental, social and economic issues should be integrated into decision-making processes, in particular, by local public authorities, in order to move towards truly sustainable development, both at the regional and national levels.

Conclusions . It is shown that the concept of sustainable development in public administration plays a key role in ensuring the harmonious development of society, economy and environment, which requires the integration of efforts of citizens, public administration entities and business. It is emphasized that the basic functionality for the implementation of these vectors of public policy should be implemented in the system of territorial organization of power in Ukraine.