M16: Environmental Crisis and Sustainable Development

What is environmental crisis?

A situation where Earth's environment suffers damage, causing negative effects on living things.

What are the main causes of the environmental crisis?

1. Human overpopulation

2. Overconsumption of natural resources

3. Pollution

4. Deforestation

5. Climate change

P.S. Refer to the PPT for video-lesson specifics (very detailed).

What are the key effects of environmental degradation?

1. Loss of biodiversity

2. Water scarcity

3. Soil degradation

4. Air and water pollution

5. Global warming

What is sustainable development?

Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

What are the 3 pillars of sustainable development?

1. Environmental protection
2. Economic growth
3. Social equity

Why is sustainable development important?

It ensures a balance between economic development, environmental preservation, and social inclusion.

What is the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

17 global goals adopted by the UN to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all by 2030.

How does sustainable development address the environmental crisis?

By promoting resource efficiency, renewable energy, and inclusive policies that protect both people and the planet.

List the first 5 SDGs (General Sounding ones)

• No Poverty – End poverty in all its forms everywhere.

• Zero Hunger – End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture.

• Good Health and Well-being – Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

• Quality Education – Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

• Gender Equality – Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.

List goals 6 & 7 (Energy/Resource Related)

• Clean Water and Sanitation – Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.

• Affordable and Clean Energy – Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all.

List Goals 8 & 9. (Work/Industry)

• Decent Work and Economic Growth – Promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.

• Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation.

List Goals 10 & 11. (Among countries and communities)

• Reduced Inequalities – Reduce inequality within and among countries.

• Sustainable Cities and Communities – Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.

List Goals 12 to 15 (Sustainability for the climate: 2 actions and 2 goals)

• Responsible Consumption and Production – Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.

• Climate Action – Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.

• Life Below Water – Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas, and marine resources for sustainable development.

• Life on Land – Protect, restore, and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, manage forests sustainably, combat desertification, and halt biodiversity loss.

List Goals 16 & 17. (All/Everyone for the planet kineme)

• Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions – Promote peaceful and inclusive societies, provide access to justice for all, and build effective, accountable institutions.

• Partnerships for the Goals – Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development.