29 Questions
What does sustainable development target according to the United Nations?
Economic development, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability
In 2015, what percentage of the world's population was living in extreme poverty?
10%
Apart from a lack of income, what is also implied by poverty?
Hunger and malnourishment
What is the new target for the percentage of the world's population living below the poverty line by 2030?
No more than 3%
What does the international poverty line take into account in low-income countries?
Food and water security needs
Which aspect is NOT one of the targets of sustainable development according to the United Nations?
Technological advancement
How did the COVID-19 pandemic impact global poverty in 2020?
It completely eradicated poverty in several countries
What happened to the number of undernourished people in the world from 1990 to 2020?
Fluctuated without a clear trend
What was the World Food Programme (WFP) recognized for in 2020?
Promoting sustainable agricultural practices
Which of the following is NOT listed as an essential need for human well-being?
Internet access
What was the impact of global poverty due to COVID-19 in 2020?
It increased significantly
What policy change at NTU was implemented to support the Zero Waste Masterplan?
No free plastic bags given out
Which initiative has Singapore implemented to manage electronic waste and promote sustainable consumerism?
Mandatory e-waste recycling
By 2030, Singapore aims to increase the use of which type of energy as part of its approach to sustainable consumption?
Solar energy
What is the name of the award-winning water conservation project in Singapore related to sustainable urban development?
NEWater project
How does Singapore's Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) promote sustainable consumption and urban planning?
By integrating green buildings and smart technology in its master planning
What measure has NOT been taken by Singapore to support the Zero Waste Masterplan?
Providing free plastic bags
What strategy has been used in Singapore to boost household recycling?
Encouraging customers to bring their containers and buy only what they need
What is the main target set by Singapore to reduce its waste sent to landfills by 2030?
30% reduction
What has been a significant focus of NTU's 15-year sustainability plan?
Halving waste, energy, and water used by March 2026
What is the target recycling rate that Singapore's Sustainable Blueprint aims to achieve by 2030?
70%
What is a direct outcome of the waste-to-energy research facility developed by the National Environment Agency and NTU?
Conversion of domestic waste from NTU into electricity and other resources
What percentage of the worldwide population lives in cities?
50%
When did NTU stop giving out plastic bags for free?
Since October 2018
What drives unsustainable practices in urban lifestyles?
Cultural and economic factors
Which of the following is NOT a targeted outcome of NTU's 15-year sustainability plan?
Doubling campus carbon emissions
Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 11 primarily focuses on which aspect of sustainability?
Sustainable cities and communities
What has been a vital factor in boosting recycling in Singapore according to the text?
Developing a habit of recycling
By what year is the urban population expected to grow to 68%?
2050
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