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What is the main focus of sustainable development?
What is the main focus of sustainable development?
- Focusing solely on environmental conservation
- Integrating economic, social, and environmental factors (correct)
- Promoting job creation without considering environmental impact
- Addressing economic factors only
How does sustainable development promote economic growth?
How does sustainable development promote economic growth?
- By focusing on exclusive economic growth
- By ignoring social factors to prioritize economic growth
- By promoting economic growth at the expense of environmental sustainability
- By ensuring economic growth benefits all segments of society (correct)
What does sustainable development emphasize in terms of natural resources?
What does sustainable development emphasize in terms of natural resources?
- Exploiting natural resources for immediate economic gain
- Responsible use of natural resources and ecosystem protection (correct)
- Ignoring natural resources for the sake of social development
- Protecting ecosystems at the cost of economic growth
How does sustainable development aim to enhance community resilience?
How does sustainable development aim to enhance community resilience?
Which factor is NOT considered in the integrated approach of sustainable development?
Which factor is NOT considered in the integrated approach of sustainable development?
What is a key component of sustainable development's focus on prosperity?
What is a key component of sustainable development's focus on prosperity?
Which framework preceded the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and was in place from 2000 to 2015?
Which framework preceded the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and was in place from 2000 to 2015?
How many Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are there in total?
How many Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are there in total?
What is the main argument of critics regarding the Sustainable Development Goals?
What is the main argument of critics regarding the Sustainable Development Goals?
Which SDG focuses on eliminating poverty?
Which SDG focuses on eliminating poverty?
How are ecological sustainability and poverty alleviation interconnected?
How are ecological sustainability and poverty alleviation interconnected?
Which SDG aims to ensure clean water and sanitation for all?
Which SDG aims to ensure clean water and sanitation for all?
What do sustainable development principles, exemplified by the SDGs, aim to address?
What do sustainable development principles, exemplified by the SDGs, aim to address?
Which SDG focuses on gender equality?
Which SDG focuses on gender equality?
How does environmental education and awareness contribute to sustainable development?
How does environmental education and awareness contribute to sustainable development?
Which SDG emphasizes responsible consumption and production?
Which SDG emphasizes responsible consumption and production?
What is a key aspect of global citizenship in relation to sustainable development?
What is a key aspect of global citizenship in relation to sustainable development?
Why are actions such as sustainable transportation and energy efficiency important for sustainable development?
Why are actions such as sustainable transportation and energy efficiency important for sustainable development?
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Sustainable Development
- Recognizes the interdependence of social, economic, and environmental factors and strives for a balanced approach to address poverty and environmental sustainability.
- Integrates economic, social, and environmental dimensions to ensure inclusive economic growth, environmental conservation, and resilience.
Economic Prosperity
- Seeks to generate economic growth that benefits all segments of society, including low-income people, through job creation, access to education, and income generation opportunities.
- Promotes inclusive economic growth that lifts people out of poverty.
Environmental Conservation
- Emphasizes the responsible use of natural resources and the protection of ecosystems through sustainable agriculture, clean energy, waste reduction, and ecosystem restoration.
- Aims to mitigate environmental degradation and promote ecological sustainability.
Resilience
- Enhances the resilience of communities and nations to environmental shocks and stresses through disaster preparedness, climate adaptation, and investments in resilient infrastructure.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Adopted in 2015, the SDGs are a global agenda that integrates environmental sustainability with poverty reduction and well-being.
- Comprise 17 goals, each with targets and indicators, to address a wide range of environmental, social, and economic objectives.
Global Citizenship and Environmental Sustainability
- Emphasizes shared responsibilities in addressing pressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainability.
- Encourages individuals to take actions that reduce their ecological footprint, promote sustainable energy efficiency, and support environmental conservation and sustainability.
Environmental Education and Awareness
- Empowers individuals to become stewards of the environment, fostering a sense of global citizenship and responsibility.
- Plays a pivotal role in addressing environmental challenges and creating a sustainable future.
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