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What is recognized as the greatest threat to industrial sectors and nations according to economists?
What is recognized as the greatest threat to industrial sectors and nations according to economists?
What aspect of sustainability is highlighted as a complex and multi-faceted concept?
What aspect of sustainability is highlighted as a complex and multi-faceted concept?
What complicates the definition of sustainable development as described in the Brundtland Report?
What complicates the definition of sustainable development as described in the Brundtland Report?
Which of the following is NOT cited as a reason for the increased mainstreaming of sustainability?
Which of the following is NOT cited as a reason for the increased mainstreaming of sustainability?
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The global risk landscape identifies an uncertain event that can negatively impact several countries. Which term is used to describe these events?
The global risk landscape identifies an uncertain event that can negatively impact several countries. Which term is used to describe these events?
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What is considered to be the maximum severity rating on the International Nuclear Event Scale?
What is considered to be the maximum severity rating on the International Nuclear Event Scale?
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Which of the following factors is included in the impact equation regarding sustainability?
Which of the following factors is included in the impact equation regarding sustainability?
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What disaster, alongside Chernobyl, is rated at the maximum severity on the International Nuclear Event Scale?
What disaster, alongside Chernobyl, is rated at the maximum severity on the International Nuclear Event Scale?
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What does the concept of carrying capacity refer to in the context of sustainability?
What does the concept of carrying capacity refer to in the context of sustainability?
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According to the data provided, what is the ecological footprint of France in terms of land area?
According to the data provided, what is the ecological footprint of France in terms of land area?
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Study Notes
Macrotrend Sustainability
- Sustainability is a development that meets the needs of the present without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own needs
- It balances economic, social, and environmental protection
- A correct approach to sustainability involves addressing opposing threats of ideology and negationism.
- Climate change will cost Italy 10 billion euros annually in damages, largely affecting the tourism industry
- The tourism industry is significantly impacted by climate change, with a 15% decrease in international arrivals predicted with a 2-degree temperature increase
- Air quality in European cities varies, with cities like Nowy Sacz (Poland) having higher particulate matter levels than regions like Verona (Italy)
Global Risk Landscape (WEF)
- A global risk is an uncertain event or condition that could significantly negatively impact several countries or industries within the next 10 years
- 1,200 experts and decision-makers in the World Economic Forum's multistakeholder communities responded to this year's Global Risks Perception Survey
- The survey respondents represent business, finance, academia, civil society, and the public sector; their expertise spans different areas, geographies, and age groups.
- Climate action failure is a significant global risk with high impact and likelihood
Sustainability
- Sustainability is a complex and multi-faceted concept involving interconnected aspects like education, energy, trends, changes, urban security, social, indigenous disasters, and environmental protection
- Sustainability also involves climate risk assessment, technology, ecological models, water, consumption, population, economic, health, and food considerations
The Chernobyl Disaster
- The Chernobyl nuclear disaster, in 1986, was the worst nuclear accident in history, ranked 7 on the International Nuclear Event Scale
- This severe event caused significant social and environmental damage
- Other similar large-scale disasters have occurred, such as Seveso, Bhopal, and others
Pollution, Demographic Trends, Affluent Lifestyles
- These factors shape our current understanding of sustainability as there's growing awareness as a result of their intertwined effects
- Pollution, demographic changes, and affluent lifestyles have impacted awareness of sustainability
Sustainability in Business
- Sustainable companies are more likely to be competitive over the long-term,
- Comply with regulations to avoid legal issues and incidents
- Transparency, and communication are useful for competitiveness
Sustainable Development Definition (Brundtland Report)
- Sustainable development is defined as meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
Problems with Broad Definitions
- Defining "needs" across time and space
- Assessing and understanding how "compromising" today might translate to tomorrow's consequences
Measuring Impact
- Humans use resources as if we lived on 1.75 Earths
Ecological Footprint
- The ecological footprint measures the land and water area a population uses to provide necessary resources
- This contrasts with biocapacity which accounts for the Earth's ability to regenerate these resources
- Differences in biocapacity and ecological footprint across countries and regions can expose vulnerabilities
EU Energy Goals (2020)
- EU 2020 energy goals included a 20% reduction in CO2 emissions from 1990 levels
- Increased energy efficiency, renewable energy use and energy consumption reductions were targets
Next Generation EU (NGEU)
- The NGEU program marked a shift for the EU, with over 750 billion euros in resources deployed towards growth, investments, and reforms.
- Grants composed the majority of the NGEU funding with over 390 billion.
Sustainable Development Goals
- The UN's 2030 Agenda outlines seventeen Sustainability Development Goals (SDGs) and 169 related targets that work toward poverty eradication, planetary protection, and prosperity.
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Test your knowledge on sustainability and its impact on the environment and economy. This quiz covers key concepts related to sustainable development, climate change effects, and the global risk landscape. Understand how these factors influence industries like tourism and air quality across cities.
