OBSTACLES AND POSITIVE TRENDS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF SUSTAINABLE CONSUMPTION IN POLAND

Abstract

The paper presents both the barriers and the possibilities in the implementation of the concept of sustainable consumption in Poland. At the beginning, the concept of sustainable consumption is discussed. Sustainable consumption as one important goal of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for the years of 2016-2030 is presented. Following, there are obstacles and positive tendencies in the development of sustainable consumption in Poland are analysed. It has allowed compiling a summary which can help to develop the Strategy of Sustainable Consumption in Poland. The article uses the method of critical analysis of literature.