Understanding Sustainability's Three Pillars

What is the primary focus of environmental sustainability?

• Maximising economic growth

• Conserving natural resources and ecosystems

• Promoting social equality

• Increasing industrial production

Which of the following is an example of economic sustainability?

• Using renewable energy sources

• Ensuring fair wages and job security

• Implementing recycling programs

• Reducing carbon emissions

Social sustainability primarily aims to:

• Reduce environmental pollution

• Achieve economic growth

• Promote social equity and community well-being

• Increase technological advancements

Which of the following practices contributes to environmental sustainability?

• Overfishing in oceans

• Deforestation for agriculture

• Planting trees and restoring habitats

• Increasing fossil fuel consumption

What is a key component of economic sustainability?

• Short-term profit maximisation

• Long-term financial planning and stability

• Ignoring social responsibilities

• Exploiting natural resources

Which of the following best describes social sustainability?

• Focusing solely on economic growth

• Prioritising environmental conservation over human needs

• Ensuring access to basic services and promoting social inclusion

• Ignoring cultural diversity

How does recycling contribute to environmental sustainability?

• By increasing landfill waste

• By conserving natural resources and reducing pollution

• By promoting economic inequality

• By depleting non-renewable resources

Which of the following is a challenge to achieving economic sustainability?

• Over-reliance on non-renewable resources

• Promoting fair trade practices

• Investing in renewable energy

• Supporting local businesses

What role does education play in social sustainability?

• It limits access to information

• It promotes inequality

• It empowers individuals and fosters community development

• It discourages cultural diversity

Which of the following actions can improve environmental sustainability in urban areas?

• Increasing the number of private vehicles

• Expanding green spaces and public transport

• Building more factories

• Reducing public transport options