What is Sustainable Development? Video Questions

What is an example of an unsustainable practice that affects the climate and environment?

• Using renewable energy sources like solar and wind power
• Recycling and reducing waste
• Planting trees and reducing deforestation
• Burning fossil fuels and emitting greenhouse gases

What is the joint plan for sustainable development agreed upon by all the countries of the United Nations?

• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
• Worldwide Sustainability Accord (WSA)
• Global Economic Initiative (GEI)
• Environmental Protection Pact (EPP)

How can individuals contribute to sustainable development?

• By relying solely on government and corporations to make changes
• By consuming as much as possible without considering the impact
• By ignoring environmental issues and focusing on personal gain
• By being more aware of what they buy and how it is produced

What are the three main components of sustainable development?

• Social progress, economic development, and climate and environment
• Education, transportation, and energy
• Technology, agriculture, and healthcare
• Water conservation, waste management, and biodiversity

Why is it important to take care of the planet in sustainable development?

• To gain political power and influence
• To maximize profits for corporations
• To create a utopian society
• To ensure a healthy environment for future generations

What is the impact of deforestation on the environment?

• Improved air quality, reduced flooding, and increased wildlife habitats
• Loss of biodiversity, soil erosion, and increased greenhouse gas emissions
• Enhanced carbon sequestration, reduced climate change, and increased agricultural productivity
• Decreased water pollution, improved water quality, and increased natural resources

What are some examples of social progress in sustainable development?

• Censorship, human rights violations, and child labor
• Universal healthcare, education for all, and gender equality
• Increased military spending, political corruption, and income inequality
• Religious freedom, access to clean water, and freedom of speech

How does economic development contribute to sustainable development?

• By increasing income inequality and exploiting natural resources
• By creating jobs and reducing poverty
• By encouraging overconsumption and materialism
• By promoting fair trade and ethical business practices

What is the purpose of the Paris Agreement?

• To exploit natural resources and disregard environmental protection
• To ignore climate change and prioritize economic growth
• To promote fossil fuel extraction and increase carbon emissions
• To limit global warming and reduce greenhouse gas emissions

How can individuals reduce their carbon footprint?

• By driving a gas-guzzling car, leaving lights on, and consuming meat at every meal
• By using renewable energy, recycling, and planting trees
• By using public transportation, reducing energy consumption, and eating a plant-based diet
• By taking long-haul flights, using disposable plastic, and wasting water