Екологична и икономическа устойчивост на библиотеките в контекста на опазване на писменото наследство
Environmental and economics ustainability of libraries in the context of preservation of written heritage

Summary/Abstract: In order to evaluate the most appropriate solution for the preservation of written collections, it would be necessary to evaluate thebenefits in terms of environmental and economic sustainability as well. The made studies and results provide evidence that allows a comprehensive assessment of conservation scenarios. Depending on the approach of the institutional policies tofind anappropriate balance between the preservation of the writtencollections and the financial and energy investments.International environmental targets are becoming increasingly regulated and the library sector is expected to experience increasing pressure to reduce energy consumption. The expenditure of energy to achieve tight control of relative humidity can contribute to the causes that devastate entire collections.Climate change is often seen as the greatest challenge of the twenty-firstcentury. Sustainable development, defined as „meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs,” is considered to offer the greatest promise of success in meeting this challenge. An approach covering social, economic and environmental issues is key to the sustainable development of libraries.

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