GEL Susdev & Ecosystem 2025

Which of the following best defines sustainable development?

• Development focusing solely on economic growth

• Development that reduces costs for governments

• Development meeting present needs without compromising future generations

• Development that increases urban population only

Which factor supports economic sustainability in urban neighbourhoods?

• Low population density

• High population density

• Isolated housing areas

• Increasing pollution

What is one benefit of having a high population density?

• Increases building costs

• Reduces biodiversity

• Supports local businesses

• Reduces social interaction

Social sustainability can be improved through:

• Higher taxes

• Shared community spaces

• Building more factories

• Reducing green areas

What is the purpose of Residents’ Network (RN) in Singapore?

• Promote economic growth

• Increase population

• Encourage community bonding and problem-solving

• Remove green spaces

Which is an example of environmental sustainability?

• Building more roads

• Protecting biodiversity

• Increasing air-conditioning

• Reducing tree planting

What role do pocket parks play in sustainability?

• Support high-rise buildings

• Replace forests

• Provide habitats for wildlife and foster community interaction

• Serve as parking spaces

Treelodge@Punggol is an example of environmental sustainability because it:

• Uses only concrete in buildings

• Reduces green spaces

• Combines greenery with smart technology

• Prevents community interaction

Cool paint under the Green Towns Programme helps by:

• Making buildings colorful

• Reducing indoor temperature and energy use

• Replacing green spaces

• Increasing urban heat

What is a key strategy in Singapore to support wildlife movement in cities?

• Industrial zones

• Nature Ways

• Transport expressways

• Underground tunnels