Sustainable Development

Question 1

What is the most frequently quoted definition of Sustainable Development?

Answer 1

Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

This definition is from the Brundtland Report, also known as Our Common Future.

Question 2

What are the critical objectives outlined by the World Commission on the Environment and Development (WCED) for environment and development policies?

Answer 2

• Reviving growth
• Changing the quality of growth
• Meeting essential needs for jobs, foods, energy, water, and sanitation
• Ensuring a sustainable level of population
• Conserving and enhancing the resource base
• Reorienting technology and managing risks
• Merging environment and economics in decision-making

Question 3

What challenges do governments face in attaining sustainable development?

Answer 3

• Climate change
• Waste disposal
• Biodiversity loss
• Forestry issues
• Community development without exploiting natural resources
• Crafting supportive policies
• Considering the welfare of the people

Question 4

What is Agenda 21?

Answer 4

A voluntary sustainable development plan of action for implementation by national, regional, and local governments.

Adopted during the UN Conference on Environment and Development in 1992.

Question 5

What is the objective of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)?

Answer 5

To stabilize greenhouse gas concentrations in the atmosphere at a level that would prevent dangerous anthropogenic interference with the climate system.

Question 6

What major international treaty commits state parties to reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

Answer 6

Kyoto Protocol.

Adopted on December 11, 1997, and entered into force on February 16, 2005.

Question 7

What are the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

Answer 7

A collection of 17 global goals set by the United Nations Development Programme to address various social and economic development issues.

Question 8

What is the formal name of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

Answer 8

Transforming our World: the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Question 9

What issues do the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) cover?

Answer 9

• Poverty
• Hunger
• Health
• Education
• Global warming
• Gender equality
• Water
• Sanitation
• Energy
• Urbanization
• Environment
• Social justice

Question 10

True or False: The Sustainable Development Goals prioritize progress for those who are furthest behind.

Answer 10

True.

Question 11

What are the three main pillars of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

Answer 11

• Economic growth
• Environmental protection
• Social equality
• Good governance (new under SDGs)

Question 12

Fill in the blank: The goal ‘No Poverty’ aims to _______ poverty in all its forms everywhere.

Answer 12

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Question 13

What is the goal of ‘Zero Hunger’ within the SDGs?

Answer 13

To end hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture.

Question 14

What does the goal of ‘Good Health and Well-being’ aim to achieve?

Answer 14

To ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

Question 15

What is the aim of the ‘Quality Education’ goal?

Answer 15

To ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

Question 16

What does the ‘Gender Equality’ goal seek to achieve?

Answer 16

To achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.

Question 17

What does the ‘Clean Water and Sanitation’ goal focus on?

Answer 17

To ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.

Question 18

What is the objective of the ‘Affordable and Clean Energy’ goal?

Answer 18

To ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all.

Question 19

What does the ‘Decent Work and Economic Growth’ goal promote?

Answer 19

Sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.

Question 20

What is the purpose of the ‘Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure’ goal?

Answer 20

To build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation.

Question 21

What does the ‘Reduced Inequalities’ goal aim to achieve?

Answer 21

To reduce inequality within and among countries.

Question 22

What is the focus of the ‘Sustainable Cities and Communities’ goal?

Answer 22

To make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.

Question 23

What does the ‘Responsible Consumption and Production’ goal emphasize?

Answer 23

To ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.

Question 24

What is the aim of the ‘Climate Action’ goal?

Answer 24

To take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.

Question 25

What does the ‘Life Below Water’ goal focus on?

Answer 25

To conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas, and marine resources for sustainable development.

Question 26

What is the objective of the ‘Life on Land’ goal?

Answer 26

To protect, restore, and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt biodiversity loss.

Question 27

What does the ‘Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions’ goal promote?

Answer 27

To promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development and provide access to justice for all.

Question 28

What is the purpose of the ‘Partnership for the Goals’ goal?

Answer 28

To strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development.