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What does sustainable development target according to the United Nations?
What does sustainable development target according to the United Nations?
- Technological advancement, militarization, and global trade
- Economic development, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability (correct)
- Cultural preservation, historical recognition, and international diplomacy
- Healthcare reform, educational reform, and urban development
In 2015, what percentage of the world's population was living in extreme poverty?
In 2015, what percentage of the world's population was living in extreme poverty?
- 20%
- 30%
- 10% (correct)
- Less than 5%
Apart from a lack of income, what is also implied by poverty?
Apart from a lack of income, what is also implied by poverty?
- High levels of education and healthcare
- Access to multiple residences
- Participation in global markets
- Hunger and malnourishment (correct)
What is the new target for the percentage of the world's population living below the poverty line by 2030?
What is the new target for the percentage of the world's population living below the poverty line by 2030?
What does the international poverty line take into account in low-income countries?
What does the international poverty line take into account in low-income countries?
Which aspect is NOT one of the targets of sustainable development according to the United Nations?
Which aspect is NOT one of the targets of sustainable development according to the United Nations?
How did the COVID-19 pandemic impact global poverty in 2020?
How did the COVID-19 pandemic impact global poverty in 2020?
What happened to the number of undernourished people in the world from 1990 to 2020?
What happened to the number of undernourished people in the world from 1990 to 2020?
What was the World Food Programme (WFP) recognized for in 2020?
What was the World Food Programme (WFP) recognized for in 2020?
Which of the following is NOT listed as an essential need for human well-being?
Which of the following is NOT listed as an essential need for human well-being?
What was the impact of global poverty due to COVID-19 in 2020?
What was the impact of global poverty due to COVID-19 in 2020?
What policy change at NTU was implemented to support the Zero Waste Masterplan?
What policy change at NTU was implemented to support the Zero Waste Masterplan?
Which initiative has Singapore implemented to manage electronic waste and promote sustainable consumerism?
Which initiative has Singapore implemented to manage electronic waste and promote sustainable consumerism?
By 2030, Singapore aims to increase the use of which type of energy as part of its approach to sustainable consumption?
By 2030, Singapore aims to increase the use of which type of energy as part of its approach to sustainable consumption?
What is the name of the award-winning water conservation project in Singapore related to sustainable urban development?
What is the name of the award-winning water conservation project in Singapore related to sustainable urban development?
How does Singapore's Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) promote sustainable consumption and urban planning?
How does Singapore's Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) promote sustainable consumption and urban planning?
What measure has NOT been taken by Singapore to support the Zero Waste Masterplan?
What measure has NOT been taken by Singapore to support the Zero Waste Masterplan?
What strategy has been used in Singapore to boost household recycling?
What strategy has been used in Singapore to boost household recycling?
What is the main target set by Singapore to reduce its waste sent to landfills by 2030?
What is the main target set by Singapore to reduce its waste sent to landfills by 2030?
What has been a significant focus of NTU's 15-year sustainability plan?
What has been a significant focus of NTU's 15-year sustainability plan?
What is the target recycling rate that Singapore's Sustainable Blueprint aims to achieve by 2030?
What is the target recycling rate that Singapore's Sustainable Blueprint aims to achieve by 2030?
What is a direct outcome of the waste-to-energy research facility developed by the National Environment Agency and NTU?
What is a direct outcome of the waste-to-energy research facility developed by the National Environment Agency and NTU?
What percentage of the worldwide population lives in cities?
What percentage of the worldwide population lives in cities?
When did NTU stop giving out plastic bags for free?
When did NTU stop giving out plastic bags for free?
What drives unsustainable practices in urban lifestyles?
What drives unsustainable practices in urban lifestyles?
Which of the following is NOT a targeted outcome of NTU's 15-year sustainability plan?
Which of the following is NOT a targeted outcome of NTU's 15-year sustainability plan?
Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 11 primarily focuses on which aspect of sustainability?
Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 11 primarily focuses on which aspect of sustainability?
What has been a vital factor in boosting recycling in Singapore according to the text?
What has been a vital factor in boosting recycling in Singapore according to the text?
By what year is the urban population expected to grow to 68%?
By what year is the urban population expected to grow to 68%?
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