3a) Why Is Sustainability Important

Question 1

What is sustainability and why is it important?

Answer 1

What is Sustainability?

•Balances environmental, social, economic, and administrative aspects of a project.

•Meets current needs without compromising future generations.

Why is it Important?

•Embedding it early makes it integral and harder to remove.

•Adds long-term value, promotes ethics, and supports corporate responsibility.

Question 2

What does sustainability include?

Answer 2

Environmental:

•Cut carbon emissions.
•Protect nature and wildlife.
•Use energy efficiently.
•Reduce waste and pollution.

Social:

•Support local communities.
•Treat everyone fairly and equally.
•Respect human rights.
•Keep people safe and involved.

Economic:
•Stay within budget.
•Manage risks.
•Support long-term value, not just short-term savings.
•Help the business remain profitable.

Administrative:

•Follow laws and rules.
•Use resources (time, money, materials) wisely.
•Keep the project running safely and legally.
•Report on sustainability clearly.

Question 3

How sustainably fits into the strategy of the project?

Answer 3

•Strategic Alignment:

•Sustainability objectives must link to the business case.

•Should align with frameworks like:
•UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

•Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria