Environmental Education and Sustainability Initiative Quiz

What is the primary goal of sustainable development?

• Exploitation of natural resources

• Maintaining economic growth at any cost

• Balancing economic, social, and environmental needs

• Maximizing short-term profits

What role does reducing carbon emissions play in environmental sustainability?

• Accelerating climate change

• Decreasing air quality

• Mitigating the impact of global warming

• Expanding deforestation

Which of the following is a characteristic of a sustainable ecosystem?

• Rapid depletion of resources

• Continuous degradation of soil

• High biodiversity and resilience

• Limited access to clean water

What is the primary goal of sustainability education?

• Maximizing profits

• Promoting environmental awareness and responsible behaviour

• Expanding technological advancements

• Emphasizing recycling and reusing materials

Which energy source is considered inexhaustible and is available as long as the sun shines?

• Fossil fuels

• Geothermal energy

• Solar energy

• Nuclear energy

What is the primary aim of instilling new patterns of behaviour in sustainability education?

• Maximizing consumption

• Encouraging wasteful practices

• Expanding technological advancements

• Fostering positive and sustainable relationships with the environment

What does the term "environmental sustainability" refer to?

• The ability to reduce pollution

• Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs

• Strict conservation of natural resources

• The complete elimination of industrial activities

Why is disposal of electronic waste in landfills not an environmentally sustainable practice?

• Because landfills are designed to handle electronic waste efficiently.

• Due to the lack of hazardous materials in electronic devices.

• Because it leads to soil and water contamination, releases toxic substances, and poses health risks.

• As it promotes recycling and reduces the need for raw materials.

Which factor is crucial for promoting sustainable consumption?

• Increased use of single-use plastics

• Promotion of overconsumption

• Reduction of waste and adoption of recyclable materials

• Exploitation of natural habitats for resource extraction

What is the primary advantage of renewable energy sources over non-renewable ones?

• Higher energy density

• More harmful emissions

• Limited availability

• Continuous replenishment