Topic 1 Flashcards
What is the definition of sustainability?
Using resources to meet current needs without compromising future generations’ ability to meet theirs, emphasizing sustainable consumption and production.
What are the three pillars of sustainable development?
Environmental (preserving natural resources and biodiversity), Social (promoting well-being and equity), Economic (supporting resilient growth).
What role does culture play in sustainable development?
Cultural integration enriches education and unites efforts towards sustainable development across all dimensions.
What is corporate sustainability?
Companies balance economic success with environmental stewardship and social equity by integrating sustainability into business operations and strategies.
What are the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
17 UN goals aiming for prosperity, environmental protection, and social justice by 2030, addressing global challenges across various sectors.
What is the goal of the Paris Agreement?
Limit global warming to below 2 degrees Celsius, preferably to 1.5 degrees, through significant emissions reductions by 2030 and net zero by 2050.
What is the Singapore Green Plan 2030?
A strategy to advance national sustainability, align with the UN’s 2030 Agenda, and the Paris Agreement, targeting net-zero emissions.
What are the key strategies and goals of the Singapore Green Plan 2030?
Strategies include City in Nature, Sustainable Living, Energy Reset, Green Economy, and Resilient Future.
What is the purpose of the City in Nature strategy in the Green Plan 2030?
Expand green spaces and enhance urban biodiversity.
What are the aims of the Sustainable Living strategy under the Green Plan 2030?
Promote eco-friendly practices in schools and communities, reduce waste, and enhance resource efficiency.
What is the focus of the Energy Reset strategy in the Green Plan 2030?
Transition to cleaner energy sources, promote electric vehicles, and improve energy efficiency in buildings and infrastructure.
What does the Green Economy strategy entail in the Green Plan 2030?
Develop green technologies and industries, creating jobs and turning sustainability into a growth engine.
What is the objective of the Resilient Future strategy in the Green Plan 2030?
Strengthen defenses against climate impacts, particularly rising sea levels, and enhance food and water security.
How does Singapore encourage citizen engagement in sustainability?
Encourages lifestyle choices that reduce carbon footprint through personal and community actions.
What actions are being implemented under the Green Plan 2030?
Investments in low-carbon technologies, right-pricing of carbon, and promoting international cooperation for carbon credits.
