Contemporary World - Sustainable Development
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What does social sustainability focus on enhancing?

  • Enabling conditions for individuals to realize their needs (correct)
  • Meeting everyone's immediate needs
  • Eliminating poverty worldwide
  • Providing resources for government agencies

    • Which of the following is identified as a barrier to social sustainability?

  • Health care facilities
  • Access to technology
  • Inequality in resource distribution (correct)
  • Abundant natural resources

    • What is a key aspect of environmental sustainability?

  • Maximizing economic profit without consideration for the environment
  • Focusing solely on technology advancement
  • Preserving ecosystem integrity and carrying capacity (correct)
  • Increasing natural resource extraction

    • How does climate change relate to environmental sustainability?

    <p>It emphasizes the need for sustainable growth practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is primarily criticized about free-market and neoliberal economic thinking?

    <p>It contributes to extreme levels of inequality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do international governing agencies play in sustainability?

    <p>They lead efforts to correct harmful environmental practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the demand for palm oil impact the environment?

    <p>It results in the burning of forests for plantations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the global targets developed by the United Nations aimed at achieving?

    <p>A better and more sustainable future addressing various global challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does sustainability emphasize concerning resources?

    <p>Maintaining and supporting resources for future generations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary danger of unbridled growth referenced in the context of environmental sustainability?

    <p>It places unsustainable demands on the earth's resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a focus area of the United Nations global targets?

    <p>Technological advancement at any cost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinction is made between stability and sustainability?

    <p>Stability is unchanging, while sustainability is about maintaining resources over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines sustainable development?

    <p>Development that meets present needs while preserving future resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a synonym for stability as mentioned in the content?

    <p>Firmness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does sustainable development primarily aim to balance?

    <p>Economic growth, environmental care, and social well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following does NOT represent sustainable actions?

    <p>Exhausting resources for immediate gain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor has contributed to environmental degradation in the South according to the content?

    <p>Adoption of Western technologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the example of a 'sustainable relationship' imply?

    <p>A relationship that can adapt but remains positive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major critique of traditional development models emerging in the 1960s?

    <p>They did not account for social and institutional requirements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the term 'Limits to Growth' refer to?

    <p>A world-wide alert about unsustainable development practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an essential component of the Three Overlapping Circles Model?

    <p>The intersection of economic, environmental, and social factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to sustainability principles, what must be guaranteed for future generations?

    <p>A balance between consumption and conservation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do concerns raised in the 1970s primarily relate to?

    <p>Environmental and social impacts of development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did education and human capital play in discussions about sustainable development?

    <p>They became central topics of concern for organizations like the United Nations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which goal aims to ensure quality education for all individuals?

    <p>Quality education for all</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of reducing one's carbon footprint?

    <p>To mitigate negative environmental impacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a simple step toward sustainability?

    <p>Increasing consumption of single-use plastics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which development goal focuses on reducing inequality within and among countries?

    <p>Inequality reduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of changing consumer habits on sustainability?

    <p>It can help reduce negative environmental impacts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the interconnected spheres of sustainability represent?

    <p>The relationships among environmental, economic, and social aspects of sustainable development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Porter and van der Linde, what characterizes the best choices for sustainability?

    <p>Choices that are environmentally and economically viable as well as socially equitable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What illustrates the relationship between lack of employment and environmental harm as posited by Khan?

    <p>Joblessness leads to disenfranchisement, prompting harmful ecological practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions relates directly to sustainable resource management?

    <p>Implementing fair labor practices in urban construction projects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the concept of sustainability imply about the decisions made by humanity?

    <p>They should consider environmental, economic, and social impacts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors should not be considered essential for sustainable development?

    <p>Maximizing short-term profit margins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of sustainability, what does proper decision-making aim to achieve?

    <p>Sustainable growth for a sustainable society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of sustainability as per the Bruntland Report?

    <p>Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising future needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a domain of sustainability as discussed?

    <p>Cultural sustainability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Plociennik, what aspect of economic theories contributes to the neglect of sustainability?

    <p>Focus on technology as a sole solution for resource expansion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the capitalist system's usage of open/waste spaces contribute to environmental degradation?

    <p>It exploits resources excessively for consumption patterns.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What historical context does the text provide regarding the issue of sustainability?

    <p>Warnings about sustainability were ignored since the time of Malthus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does sustainable development imply when taken literally?

    <p>Development that can continue indefinitely or for a specified time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which strategy has been historically associated with the neglect of sustainability by developed countries?

    <p>Exploitation of resources in poorer countries to support consumption.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Plociennik argue about the relationship between technology and sustainability?

    <p>New technologies can help expand output but may not conserve resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge do economic models pose regarding environmental resources?

    <p>They often disregard the effects of resource depletion on sustainability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Contemporary World - Sustainable Development

    • Many scholars critique free-market economics for fueling globalization, inequality, and environmental destruction. Companies expand operations, leading to urbanization and deforestation (e.g., palm oil plantations in Indonesia, Mozambique, and Malaysia).
    • Stability is a state of equilibrium, resistant to change. Sustainability is the ability to maintain something, considering future generations. It involves meeting present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their needs.
    • Sustainable development is a vital concept in development discussions. It aims to balance economic growth with environmental protection and social well-being.
    • The Brundtland Report (1987) defines sustainability as development that meets the needs of the present without compromising future generations' needs.
    • Plociennik (2014) emphasizes the responsible use of resources in economic models.
    • Environmental sustainability focuses on natural resources, ecosystem integrity, and carrying capacity. Human needs shouldn't surpass the environment's ability to sustain them.
    • Social sustainability focuses on equity, empowerment, accessibility, and cultural identity. Poverty alleviation is a key element.
    • Economic sustainability requires production and consumption systems that don't harm future needs. Traditional economic models often assume unlimited resources.
    • Economic, social, and environmental factors are interdependent. Sustainable development requires integrating these factors.
    • Development models, like the three overlapping circles model, acknowledge the interconnectedness of economic, environmental, and social factors.
    • Sustainability rests on three conceptual pillars: economic, social, and environmental. These pillars are essential for sustainable development.
    • The U.N. has established 17 development goals including eradicating poverty, inequality, and fostering peace and justice. These goals are interconnected in achieving a sustainable future.
    • Sustainable practices involve reducing consumption, supporting tree-planting, and avoiding single-use plastics. Individuals, governments, and businesses must act to achieve sustainable development.

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    Explore the critical discussions surrounding sustainable development in the context of contemporary world issues. This quiz delves into the balance between economic growth and environmental protection, highlighting key reports and theories including the Brundtland Report. Understand the implications of globalization and the importance of responsible resource use for future generations.

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