A2 - Sustainability

Question 1

What are the social considerations of sustainability

Answer 1

Provision of good quality housing, health and recreational facilities

Address poverty + social exclusion in more deprived areas

Improve local surroundings

Ensure character of countryside is maintained

Establish partnerships with local organisations to promote community involvement

Question 2

What are the economic considerations for sustainability

Answer 2

Make better use of existing resources

Create a stable and competitive economy

Develop a range of economic activities to prevent over reliance on none industry

Encourage cooperation across all sections of the community

Question 3

What are the environmental considerations of sustainability

Answer 3

Cutting greenhouse gas emissions and improving air quality

Promote the development and supply of renewable energy at competitive prices

Improving waste management including recycling

Safe guarding water resources

Reversing the damaging trends that threaten landscapes and wildlife

Working with other nations to tackle global challenges such as climate change