Agroecology is the science of applying ecological concepts and principles to the design, development, and management of sustainable agricultural systems. (sciencedaily.com)
Toward Sustainable Agricultural Systems in the 21st Century (National Academies, 2010) (nature.com)
Modelling by the CSIRO has shown that 3 million Australians will need training or re-training in energy efficiency, green building technologies, sustainable energy and more sustainable agricultural systems to enable Australia to achieve the IPCC's recommended minimum reductions.4 This will obviously require HEIs to play a key role in developing graduates and professionals, particularly in engineering and design, who can contribute. (ecosmagazine.com)