Lecture 1

Question 1

What are the key learning outcomes of the Measuring Sustainability module?

Answer 1

Understanding sustainable development, international legal frameworks, sustainability goals and indicators, voluntary sustainability standards (VSS), and tools for sustainability assessment​

Question 2

What is the ‘Green Curriculum’ concept?

Answer 2

It integrates sustainability into diverse fields like engineering, architecture, law, and economics, beyond traditional environmental studies​

Question 3

Why is sustainability education critical for future decision-makers?

Answer 3

It equips them with the knowledge to address global challenges like climate change, resource depletion, and social inequalities​

Question 4

What is the historical significance of the Rio+20 Conference in sustainability education?

Answer 4

It emphasized the role of higher education in promoting sustainability principles and decision-making​