Lecture 3 Flashcards
Indicators and Indices – Part 1
1
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What is a sustainability indicator?
A
A measurable part of a system representing environmental, economic, or social characteristics
2
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What are the five types of indicators defined by the European Environment Agency (EEA)?
A
Descriptive, performance, efficiency, policy effectiveness, and total welfare indicators
3
Q
What is the purpose of sustainability indicators?
A
To assess current conditions, measure progress, evaluate policies, and communicate findings
4
Q
What does the SMART criteria stand for in developing sustainability indicators?
A
Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Trackable
5
Q
What framework does the OECD use to classify environmental indicators?
A
The Pressure-State-Response (PSR) framework
