Lesson 1

Question 1

Definition of sustainability?

Answer 1

the long-term maintenance and enhancement of human well-being within finite planetary resources. It is usually considered to have environmental, economic, and social dimensions

Question 2

Why is a sustainability policy important?

Answer 2

due to the steady depletion of non-renewable resources such as oil, gas and coal.

Question 3

What legislation is under the OEP (Office for Environmental Protection?

Answer 3

The environment act 2021

Question 4

What legislation is under DEFRA (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)?

Answer 4

• Town and Country Planning Regulations 2017
• Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations 2020 EIA
• Environmental Protection Act 1990
• Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005

Question 5

What legislation is under the Environment Agency (EA)?

Answer 5

• Environmental Damage Regulations 2015
• Water Industry Act 1992 WIA
• Nitrate Pollution Prevention Regulations 2015
• Water Resources Regulations 2010, Silage, Slurry, Agricultural Fuel Oil (SSAFO)

Question 6

What responsibilities does the OEP body have?

Answer 6

Holds UK public bodies accountable for complying with environmental law and targets

Question 7

What responsibilities does the DEFRA body have?

Answer 7

Maintaining and improving air and water quality, boosting green growth, incentivising farmers to adopt nature-friendly practices

Question 8

what responsibilities does the EA body have?

Answer 8

waste regulation, water quality and resources, conservation and ecology, managing flood risk