A Japanese model of sustainable development and an evaluation in respect of Turkey

ABSTRACT Environmental problems are the most important problem of our century. These problems basically result from the economic activities. The opinion which is the natural recourses are unlimited has caused these resources to be consumed rapidly. Environment's depletion in relation of development and environment has jeopardised the development. For this reason these subjects must be considered together. Sustainable Development is a concept that units environmental protection and development. Goal of the sustainable development is to make safe the development for present generations and future generations. In this study, how to unit sustainable development concept with environmental protection and development aims has been analysed. Japan has been analysed as a success model and Turkey has been criticised in respect of sustainable development model.