Sustainable Development Flashcards
(28 cards)
What is the most frequently quoted definition of Sustainable Development?
Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
This definition is from the Brundtland Report, also known as Our Common Future.
What are the critical objectives outlined by the World Commission on the Environment and Development (WCED) for environment and development policies?
- Reviving growth
- Changing the quality of growth
- Meeting essential needs for jobs, foods, energy, water, and sanitation
- Ensuring a sustainable level of population
- Conserving and enhancing the resource base
- Reorienting technology and managing risks
- Merging environment and economics in decision-making
What challenges do governments face in attaining sustainable development?
- Climate change
- Waste disposal
- Biodiversity loss
- Forestry issues
- Community development without exploiting natural resources
- Crafting supportive policies
- Considering the welfare of the people
What is Agenda 21?
A voluntary sustainable development plan of action for implementation by national, regional, and local governments.
Adopted during the UN Conference on Environment and Development in 1992.
What is the objective of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)?
To stabilize greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere at a level that would prevent dangerous anthropogenic interference with the climate system.
What major international treaty commits state parties to reduce greenhouse gas emissions?
Kyoto Protocol.
Adopted on December 11, 1997, and entered into force on February 16, 2005.
What are the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
A collection of 17 global goals set by the United Nations Development Programme to address various social and economic development issues.
What is the formal name of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
Transforming our World: the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
What issues do the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) cover?
- Poverty
- Hunger
- Health
- Education
- Global warming
- Gender equality
- Water
- Sanitation
- Energy
- Urbanization
- Environment
- Social justice
True or False: The Sustainable Development Goals prioritize progress for those who are furthest behind.
True.
What are the three main pillars of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
- Economic growth
- Environmental protection
- Social equality
- Good governance (new under SDGs)
Fill in the blank: The goal ‘No Poverty’ aims to _______ poverty in all its forms everywhere.
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What is the goal of ‘Zero Hunger’ within the SDGs?
To end hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture.
What does the goal of ‘Good Health and Well-being’ aim to achieve?
To ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.
What is the aim of the ‘Quality Education’ goal?
To ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.
What does the ‘Gender Equality’ goal seek to achieve?
To achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.
What does the ‘Clean Water and Sanitation’ goal focus on?
To ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.
What is the objective of the ‘Affordable and Clean Energy’ goal?
To ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all.
What does the ‘Decent Work and Economic Growth’ goal promote?
Sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.
What is the purpose of the ‘Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure’ goal?
To build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation.
What does the ‘Reduced Inequalities’ goal aim to achieve?
To reduce inequality within and among countries.
What is the focus of the ‘Sustainable Cities and Communities’ goal?
To make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.
What does the ‘Responsible Consumption and Production’ goal emphasize?
To ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.
What is the aim of the ‘Climate Action’ goal?
To take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.
