The ability of humanity to peacefully coexist on Earth for an extended period of time is referred to as sustainability. The precise definitions of this phrase have changed over time and have been influenced by literature, context, and other factors. Three dimensions (or pillars) are frequently used to describe sustainability: environmental, economic, and social. According to numerous sources, the environmental component is the most significant. Because of this, in practical terms, sustainability is frequently utilized to combat serious environmental issues like climate change, biodiversity loss, ecosystem services loss, land degradation, and air and water pollution. At the global, national, and personal levels, decisions can be influenced by the idea of sustainability. (e.g. sustainable living).
A closely related concept is that of sustainable development, and the terms are often used synonymously. However, UNESCO distinguishes the two like this: "Sustainability is often thought of as a long-term goal (i.e. a more sustainable world), while sustainable development refers to the many processes and pathways to achieve it."
Sustainability in the AITM should reflect that in every action that the management takes, there should not be any environmental, social, or economic hazard. Meaning to say that for each decision that AITM makes in its academic and operational areas, these three pillars should be well balanced.