The “State of the World 2010: Transforming Cultures: From Consumerism to Sustainability” is an annual report on humanity's progress towards a sustainable society (State of the World 2010) . It serves as a way to inform and educate people on how they can implement sustainable practices into their lifestyle and contribute to the preservation of planet Earth, by presenting facts and case studies focused on why it is important for cultures to start adopting more sustainable lifestyles. It not only provides clear and concise information that helps people better understand the world's current situation in terms of energy and resource use, but it also provides guidelines on how to transition from a culture from unsustainable consumption to a more sustainable culture. respectful and respectful of the environment. Through articles and case studies, The State of the World traces the importance and benefits of engaging in sustainable practices in all areas of life, as well as a detailed overview of the steps you can take to progress towards a sustainable culture. The “Business and Economy: Management Priority” section provides an analysis of the negative impact that businesses and the economy are likely to have in a sustainable future if more sustainable management is not adopted, as well as specifications on how they can move towards a sustainable business environment. It includes a variety of articles that express concerns about the aggressive impact of current consumer culture on the environment, emphasizing the need to forge more sustainable practices in the economy. The article series found in this section are "Business and Economics: Management Priorities", "The Madness of Infinite Growth on a Finite Planet", "The Cradle...... middle of paper... ... deteriorates sooner rather than later. Works Cited Assadourian, Erik, Linda Starke and Lisa Mastny. State of the World, 2010: Transforming Cultures: From Consumerism to Sustainability: A Worldwatch Institute report on progress toward a sustainable society. New York, NY: WW Norton, 2010. Print. Schor, Juliet. “Reducing working hours can benefit the economy and the environment.” theguardian.com. Guardian News and Media, June 20, 2011. Web. February 20, 2014."sustainable." Merriam Webster. Merriam-Webster, nd Web. February 22, 2014. “What is sustainability and why is it so important?” ". Students for Sustainable Development. Np, and Web. February 21. 2014. .