Culture(s) for Sustainability
This publication by Culture Action Europe emphasises the vital role of culture as the “fourth pillar” of sustainability, advocating its integration into global and European strategies alongside economic, social, and environmental dimensions. It explores how cultural and creative sectors drive sustainable practices, foster community resilience, and promote biodiversity conservation. Highlighting local cultures and heritage, it introduces “Cultural Ecosystem Services” to assess culture’s value in sustainability. With actionable recommendations for policymakers, the publication calls for aligning green policies with cultural contexts, leveraging creative sectors for transformative change, and embedding cultural perspectives into frameworks like the European Green Deal and Sustainable Development Goals.
