The Consumer| Sustainable consumption

Question 1

What is sustainable consumption?

Answer 1

Sustainable consumption is the use of goods and services to satisfy basic human needs, while reducing their harmful effects on the environment and natural resources.

Question 2

What are the 3 SC Pillars?

Answer 2

1. Social sustainability
2. Environmental sustainability
3. Economic sustainability

Question 3

Name 5 of the SDG’s of 2030.

Answer 3

1. No poverty
2. No hunger
3. Good health & well-being
4. Quality education
5. Gender equality

Question 4

Name 3 Principles of Sustainability.

Answer 4

1. Zero carbon
2. Zero waste
3. Sustainable transport

Question 5

Name 3 SC guidelines.

Answer 5

1. Protect natural resources, such as water, air and soil.
2. Use solar power.
3. Use biodegradable products.

Question 6

ENVIRONMENTALLY-RESPONSIBLE BEHAVIOUR:

What does reduce mean?

Answer 6

to use less; to use fewer resources.

Question 7

ENVIRONMENTALLY-RESPONSIBLE BEHAVIOUR:

What does reuse mean?

Answer 7

To use again or more than once

Question 8

ENVIRONMENTALLY-RESPONSIBLE BEHAVIOUR:

What does recycle mean?

Answer 8

to turn materials and products that would otherwise become waste into resources.

Question 9

Name 3 good buying habits.

Answer 9

1. Buy locally
2. Choose organic or natural products
3. Focus on the purpose of shopping

Question 10

The Proudly SA Campaign aims to boost job creation, what standards do they have for their products?

Answer 10

• Local content
• High quality
• Fair labour practice
• Environmental standards