This book critically examines how knowledge can drive sustainable democratic development by challenging dominant economic models. It explores the contradictions within global sustainability efforts, particularly the tension between economic growth and environmental responsibility. Through an analysis of multinational corporations, political economies, and knowledge production, the book questions whether current economic structures can truly support sustainable development or merely reinforce existing inequalities. By integrating perspectives from global policy debates, political economy, and environmental ethics, it offers insights into how researchers and educators can contribute to more equitable and transformative alternatives.