Sustainable Flashcards
Define
Development that meets the needs of the current generation without jeopardising the ability of the future generation to meet their own needs
Key themes
Generational equity
Economic, social, environmental
Equity between countries at different stages of development
Origins
Global financial crisis 2007
- trade down 90%, jobs, debt
2009 USA investment in efficiency, renewable energy, public transport, cars.
Sustainable- provide jobs, incomes and well being
1992
178 countries at earth summit
Agenda 21
Economic and environmental
China
Rapid growth had environmental consequences- not sustainable
Consequences of China’s growth
20% in poverty 70% lake polluted 100 cites water shortages 360m people no access to drinking water 85% trees cleared 6m tonnes CO2
Characteristics of a sustainable economy
TNCS comparative advantage Economic groupings Stable gov Limited use of fossil fuels Variety of industry Import sub industries Trained work force
Direct causes of environmental degradation
Need to land - farming Wood as a resource Lack of planning and education Palm oil Mining
Indirect causes of environmental degradation
Debt
Presssure to allow TNC to exploit
Resource curse theory
Define sustainable tourism
Tourism that allows economic growth whilst still preserving the environment for future generations
What is the logic behind sustained tourism?
New emerging markets Travel time reduced - globalisation More interesting destinations LDCs already have primary resources Not reliant on trade Infrastructure development - multiplier effect
Challenges associated with sustainable tourism
Competition Natural hazards Small set up cost Strength of currency Overcrowding Seasonal Popularity plateau Social tension Pressure on fragile environments
Aldemar hotels Greece
Worked with local communities on environmental issues to reduce hotels impacts
How does aldemar hotels reduce impacts
Use water sparingly Deactivate electricity Solar power Eco friendly materials in construction Fruit and veg from own farm Own bags made from paper and fabric
Napo region in Ecuador
Rainforest. 1991 - ecotourism to strengthen community of quicha and create sustainable income
Quicha use their children and expert knowledge to give guided tours
