Chapter 1. Green Engineering

The paramount objective of industrial policy is to achieve sustainable industrial development. While significant strides have been made in environmental practices, further progress across all environmental, economic, and social dimensions is essential. This necessitates a holistic approach integrating various policies to promote sustainable development. Key areas include implementation tools, progress monitoring indicators, and addressing cross-cutting issues like climate change and employment. Sustainable industrial development requires businesses and industries to adapt production structures and product offerings. Industrial policy should facilitate this transition by encouraging collaboration between environmental and industrial policies and empowering businesses to contribute to sustainability goals. Sustainable development, the idea of meeting our current needs without hindering future generations’ ability to do the same, rests on three pillars: environmental protection, economic development, and social progress. These interconnected elements form the bedrock for a sustainable future.