GM3_Sustainbility Enviromental Concern

What is meant by sustainability in terms of utility for society over time?

• Sustainability means that the utility obtained by society does not decrease over time.

• Sustainability refers to the management of natural resources to maintain production opportunities in the future.

• Sustainability is when natural capital stock does not decline over time.

• Sustainability involves managing natural resources to maintain ecosystem services.

What are the three aspects of understanding sustainability according to Haris (2000)?

• Economic sustainability, environmental sustainability, and social sustainability.

• Environmental sustainability, social sustainability, and political sustainability.

• Economic sustainability, ecological sustainability, and cultural sustainability.

What principles emphasize sustainability in the environment?

• Protecting life-supporting systems.

• Enhancing biodiversity.

• Maintaining ecosystem integrity.

• All of the above.

What is the goal of achieving a sustainable environment?

• To improve the quality of life for the present and future generations.

• To focus solely on ecological aspects.

• To ensure economic growth without considering social factors.

What does sustainable development mean?

• Development that meets current needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own needs.

• Development that prioritizes economic growth over environmental protection.

• Development that ignores social equity.

What are the positive impacts of sustainable development?

• Industry produces various goods needed by society.

• Increases income for the population, enhancing prosperity.

• Industry increases the utility of raw materials.

• Industrial efforts can expand job opportunities for the population.

• Reduces the country's dependence on foreign nations.

What are the negative impacts of sustainable development?

• Many water resource development projects have caused health issues due to creating or improving habitats for disease vectors.

• Air pollution from vehicles is prevalent in large cities like Jakarta, Bogor, Bandung, Surabaya, and Medan.

• Industrial waste pollution is increasingly prevalent in many areas, leading to land and water damage, increased erosion, and flood frequency.

What are the key thoughts regarding environmental conservation beneficial to humanity?

• Protecting forests is essential for the welfare of the entire world.

• Maintaining biodiversity is a prerequisite for human sustainability.

• Preserving endangered species is a spiritual exercise for environmental conservation.

• Ecology strives to make nature a means for the welfare of society.

• Respecting indigenous tribes is an ecological form of anthropology.

What sustainable practices does IKEA implement?

• Using wood from forest preservation

• Using plastic waste for furniture

• Using non-recyclable materials

What waste management practice does PT. Sinar Sosro use?

• Using compost from tea waste

• Burning waste

• Dumping waste in landfills