Purpose: The study explored how environmental performance contributes to sustainable development, focusing on its role in achieving key dimensions of sustainability. Theoretical Framework: It emphasized that essential administrative tools for environmental protection are primarily found within the legal and institutional framework, which includes various national bodies established to support sustainable development. These organizations play a significant role in raising awareness, providing training, and emphasizing the importance of adhering to environmental standards through preventive, conservation, and regulatory measures, all backed by legal authority. Additionally, civil society has a crucial role in fostering environmental awareness, particularly within economic institutions. Design/Methodology/Approach: The designof the study is descriptive and analytical. Data for this study were collected from official Algerian sources. Findings: Cleaner Production this approach is a practical implementation of sustainable development, enabling greater efficiency in production while minimizing the use of raw materials and resources, all while protecting the environment.
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