6.1.1 Sustainable Development

• What is the definition of sustainable development as outlined in the 1987 Brundtland Report?

  Meets present needs without compromising future generations
• One benefit of sustainable development is the conservation of natural resources.


  True
• Match the sustainable development dimension with its description:

  Environmental ↔️ Protecting ecosystems and resources

  Social ↔️ Ensuring equity and inclusivity

  Economic ↔️ Promoting growth and efficiency
• What is an example of an activity that aligns with the environmental dimension of sustainable development?

  Using renewable energy
• Order the key pillars of sustainable development:

  1️⃣ Environmental

  2️⃣ Social

  3️⃣ Economic
• The integration of the environmental, social, and economic pillars is essential for sustainable development.


  True
• What is a trade-off between economic development and environmental protection?

  Environmental degradation for short-term gains
• Match the economic model aspect with its description:

  Short-term profit maximization ↔️ Focus of the conventional model

  Long-term well-being ↔️ Focus of the sustainable model
• Sustainable economic models prioritize short-term profit maximization.

  False
• The conventional economic model focuses on short-term profit maximization
• What are two examples of successful integration of sustainable practices in countries?

  Costa Rica and Germany
• What is the core principle of sustainable development?

  Meeting present needs without compromising future generations
• Green technologies are an example of a synergy that reduces environmental impact while driving economic growth.


  True
• The social pillar of sustainable development focuses on ensuring equity and inclusivity
• Environmental concerns such as climate change and resource depletion are key drivers of sustainable development.


  True
• Which pillar of sustainable development addresses environmental concerns?

  Environmental pillar
• What is one example of a consequence of climate change caused by greenhouse gas emissions?

  Sea level rise
• What is the primary goal of sustainable development according to its definition?

  Meet present needs
• One benefit of sustainable development is the conservation of natural resources.


  True
• What is a crucial factor in balancing economic growth with environmental protection?

  Understanding trade-offs
• A sustainable economic model uses efficient resource use and follows circular economy principles
• The social pillar of sustainable development focuses on ensuring equity and inclusivity.


  True
• The social pillar of sustainable development focuses on ensuring equity and inclusivity
• A sustainable model supports equitable income distribution, unlike the conventional model.


  True
• What are three environmental concerns driving sustainable development?

  Climate change, resource depletion, ecosystem degradation
• Climate change can lead to extreme weather and disruption of agricultural systems.

  True
• What are three examples of international agreements promoting sustainable development?

  UN SDGs, Paris Agreement, Kyoto Protocol
• Germany's renewable energy transition addresses environmental and social pillars of sustainable development.


  True
• What is Curitiba, Brazil known for in sustainable development?

  Sustainable urban planning
• Order the future opportunities for sustainable development by their primary focus

  1️⃣ Green technologies

  2️⃣ Inclusive policies

  3️⃣ Sustainable business practices
• The environmental dimension of sustainable development includes reducing pollution
• What does the social pillar of sustainable development focus on?

  Equity and inclusivity
• Economic growth with environmental responsibility is a key benefit of sustainable development.


  True
• Improving access to education and healthcare is an example of the social
• What is the primary goal of the environmental pillar of sustainable development?

  Protect natural resources
• Balancing economic growth with environmental protection is crucial for achieving sustainable development.
• Green technologies are considered a synergy between economic growth and environmental protection.

  True
• Which country's eco-tourism is an example of successful integration between economic growth and environmental stewardship?

  Costa Rica
• Germany's renewable energy transition is an example of balancing economic growth with environmental stewardship.
• The sustainable economic model prioritizes resource efficiency and circular economy principles.

  True