From Longman Business Dictionarysustainable growthsusˌtainable ˈgrowthECONOMICS1growth that it is possible to SUSTAIN (=make continue) without causing economic problemsThe finance minister’s goal was to put the economy on track for stable and sustainable growth.2economic growth that it is possible to sustain without causing environmental problemsWe want to unlock the resources of the living world, at the same time promoting competitive and sustainable growth. → growth