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What is the core purpose of sustainability?
What is the core purpose of sustainability?
To maintain the viability and health of a system over time, while meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
What are the three principles of sustainability?
What are the three principles of sustainability?
Social, Environmental, and Economic.
What is the main goal of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations?
What is the main goal of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations?
To end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure peace and prosperity for all.
What is the 'Rethink' strategy for sustainability?
What is the 'Rethink' strategy for sustainability?
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What is sustainable agriculture, and what techniques does it involve?
What is sustainable agriculture, and what techniques does it involve?
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What is one of the major challenges to sustainability, threatening biodiversity?
What is one of the major challenges to sustainability, threatening biodiversity?
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The environment includes only living components such as plants and animals.
The environment includes only living components such as plants and animals.
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Ecological niches are large regions of the Earth's surface with similar climate and vegetation.
Ecological niches are large regions of the Earth's surface with similar climate and vegetation.
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Pollution is a natural process that occurs in the environment.
Pollution is a natural process that occurs in the environment.
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Conservation efforts aim to deplete natural resources.
Conservation efforts aim to deplete natural resources.
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Climate change refers to the cooling of the planet due to natural processes.
Climate change refers to the cooling of the planet due to natural processes.
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Individual actions, such as recycling and reducing energy consumption, can have a significant impact on environmental protection.
Individual actions, such as recycling and reducing energy consumption, can have a significant impact on environmental protection.
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Study Notes
Sustainability
Definition
- Sustainability refers to the ability of a system to maintain its own viability and health over time
- Involves meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
Principles of Sustainability
- Social: ensuring social justice, human rights, and community involvement
- Environmental: conserving natural resources, reducing pollution, and preserving biodiversity
- Economic: promoting economic growth, reducing poverty, and increasing efficiency
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- 17 goals set by the United Nations to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure peace and prosperity for all
- Examples:
- SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
- SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
- SDG 13: Climate Action
Strategies for Sustainability
- Reduce: minimize waste and consumption
- Reuse: find alternative uses for materials
- Recycle: convert waste into new products
- Rethink: challenge assumptions and adopt new approaches
Sustainable Practices
- Renewable Energy: transitioning from fossil fuels to solar, wind, and hydro power
- Sustainable Agriculture: using techniques like permaculture, organic farming, and agroforestry
- Eco-Friendly Products: designing products with minimal environmental impact throughout their lifecycle
Challenges to Sustainability
- Climate Change: rising temperatures, sea-level rise, and extreme weather events
- Biodiversity Loss: declining species populations, habitat destruction, and ecosystem disruption
- Inequality and Poverty: unequal access to resources, education, and opportunities
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Understand the principles, goals, and strategies of sustainability, including social, environmental, and economic aspects. Learn about sustainable development goals, practices, and the challenges facing sustainability.
