Johan Rockström: Let the environment guide our development

The video discusses the unprecedented pressures humans place on Earth, highlighting the need for transformative change. It explores historical human development during the Holocene and the quadruple squeeze of population growth, climate change, ecosystem decline, and surprise. Scientific evidence shows the importance of staying within planetary boundaries to ensure a safe operating space for humanity. The video presents examples of successful local initiatives and emphasizes the need for global collaboration to address future challenges, such as feeding a growing population sustainably.

What is the main reason for the need for transformative change on our planet?

• To maintain business as usual

• To increase population growth

• To open new markets for businesses

• To address unprecedented planetary pressures

What historical period is known for its stability that supported human development?

• The Pleistocene

• The Jurassic

• The Anthropocene

• The Holocene

Which of the following is NOT one of the pressures contributing to the 'quadruple squeeze' on the planet?

• Technological advancement

• Population growth

• Climate change

• Ecosystem decline

What term is used to describe the current geological era dominated by human activity?

• Holocene

• Anthropocene

• Pleistocene

• Cenozoic

What is the concept of 'bending the curves' referring to?

• Increasing economic growth

• Reducing environmental degradation

• Enhancing technological innovation

• Expanding urban development

How many planetary boundaries have been identified to ensure a safe operating space for humanity?

• Five

• Twelve

• Seven

• Nine

Which of the following is NOT one of the three big systems with large-scale thresholds?

• Climate change

• Stratospheric ozone depletion

• Ocean acidification

• Deforestation

What is a key factor in successfully managing the commons, according to Elinor Ostrom?

• Centralized government control

• Privatization of resources

• Investment in trust and local partnerships

• Increased taxation

What is a significant challenge for the future mentioned in the video?

• Increasing fossil fuel consumption

• Decreasing global communication

• Feeding a world of nine billion people

• Reducing technological innovation

What is the 'red thread' that connects successful sustainable practices?

• Increased industrialization

• A shift in mindset

• A focus on economic growth

• A return to traditional methods