cfc sustainability

sustainability

• the capacity to endure or continue

• the ability of something to maintain itself

3 pillars of sustainability

environmental, social, economic

sustainable patterns of living

actions that meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs

how can individuals and families develop sustainable patterns of living?

• building sustainable housing

• sustainable farming practices

• recycle

• collect litter

• garage sales

• purchasing eco-friendly products

• using sustainable energy

sustainable product examples

• solar panels

• smart cars

• worm farm

how do solar panels work

when the sun shines onto a solar panel, energy from the sunlight is absorbed by cells in the panel. this energy creates electrical charges that move in response to an internal electrical field in the cell, causing electricity to flow

how do solar panels promote sustainable patterns of living?

• solar panels do not produce air pollution or greenhouse gases

• they are renewable so they can be used forever

sustainable process example

composting

how does composting work?

naturally occurring microorganisms, bacteria and insects break down organic materials such as leaves, grass clippings and kitchen scraps into a soil-like product called compost

how does composting promote sustainable patterns of living

• prevents erosion

• reduces food waste

• reduces greenhouse gas emissions

sustainable system examples

• recycling

• community garden

• 3-bin system

how does recycling work?

used consumer goods are collected, converted back into raw materials and remade into new consumer products.

how does recycling promote sustainable patterns of living?

• it reduces the need to use precious natural resources

• produces lower greenhouse gas emissions

what is the three-bin system?

• green go bin: loose garden organic waste taken to a recycling and composting facility

• yellow lid bin: recycling taken to recycling facility

• red lid bin: general waste taken to landfill

what is the aim of the three-bin system?

• gives residents greater capacity for recycling garden organic waste

• reduces the environmental impacts of sending organic waste to landfills

• increases material recovery

what is FOGO?

Food Organics and Garden Organics. WA needs to FOGO by 2025.

the triple bottom line principle

takes into account the social, environmental and economic performance of a company or enterprise

environmental sustainability

conserving and managing our ecosystems for future generations

environmental principle

involves environmental practices and how companies can set themselves up to do minimal damage to the environment

social sustainability

developing a sense of equity and fairness and the creation of vibrant community life

social principle

refers to people and how fair the company is with the labour they use and the community in which they operate

economic sustainability

maintaining or increasing our standard of living without decreasing that of others

economic principle

relates to the amount of money a company generates and how it is funded

foodbank - social principle

• provides food for food relief organisations in australia

• increases nutrition through programs e.g. school breakfast program

• teaches people how to cook healthy meals

foodbank - environmental principle

• reduce food waste

• cook food that is about to be thrown out

foodbank - economic principle

• non-for-profit

• relies on donations, partners & fundraisers

how does foodbank lead to sustainability?

• reduces landfill caused by produce

• continually fights hunger

• consistent partnerships and donations

• responsible consumption & production

who gives a crap - social principle

• donate 50% of their profits to ensure everyone has access to clean water and a toilet

who gives a crap - environmental principle

• no plastic

• bamboo & recycled toilet paper

• free, carbon-neutral shipping

who gives a crap - economic principle

• partners with organisations that tackle the sanitation crisis

• funds from toilet paper sales (slightly more expensive than regular)

• started from crowdfunding

how does who gives a crap lead to sustainability?

people continually buying the products - to support the cause, it is environmentally friendly, and a good product

social responsibility

a belief that individuals or institutions have an obligation to benefit society at large, thereby maintaining a balance between community groups

examples of how we can be social responsible

• respecting the elderly

• donating to charities

• volunteering

• voting

researched examples of social responsibility

• ethical fashion guide

• thankyou

• who gives a crap

how is using an ethical fashion guide socially responsible

using it means you only support brands that ensure their workers are paid fairly, and work in a discrimination-free, empowering and safe environment

how is using thankyou products socially responsible

profits from thankyou’s wash products are donated to help end extreme poverty

how is using who gives a crap products socially responsible

50% of profits from who gives a crap’s toilet paper is donated to ensure everyone has access to clean water and a toilet

environmental responsibility

the responsible, ethical and sustainable management of the environment where we live

examples of being environmentally responsible

• solar panels

• composting

• recycling