SUSTAINABLE LIBRARY PRACTICES FOR THE 21ST CENTURY

Manohar Baburao Kedar; Neeta Manohar Kedar

doi:10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i6.2024.5627

SUSTAINABLE LIBRARY PRACTICES FOR THE 21ST CENTURY

Authors

Dr. Manohar Baburao Kedar Librarian, SNJB’s Late Sau. K. B. Jain College of Engineering, Neminagar, Chandwad, Dist- Nashik.
Dr. Neeta Manohar Kedar Asst. Professor, RNC Arts, JDB Commerce & NSC, Science College, Nashik Road, Nashik

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i6.2024.5627

Keywords:

Sustainable Library, Green Library, Environmental Sustainability, Economic Sustainability, Social Sustainability

Abstract [English]

In the 21st century, libraries are not only information centers but also pivotal agents of sustainability. As global attention intensifies on climate change, social equity, and responsible resource use, libraries must adopt sustainable practices that align with environmental, economic, and social sustainability goals. This article explores the concept of sustainability in libraries, outlines practical strategies, and highlights best practices from around the world, offering a blueprint for libraries aiming to make meaningful contributions to sustainable development.

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2024-06-30

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Kedar, M. B., & Kedar, N. M. (2024). SUSTAINABLE LIBRARY PRACTICES FOR THE 21ST CENTURY. ShodhKosh: Journal of Visual and Performing Arts, 5(6), 2516–2521. https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i6.2024.5627

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Vol. 5 No. 6 (2024): Volume 5 Issue 6 June 2024

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