HSC Geography word and phrase list

sustainability

_____ refers to the ability to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It involves balancing environmental health, economic growth, and social equity to ensure that natural resources are used responsibly and remain available for future generations.

_____ is the capacity of the environment to continue to support our lives and the lives of other living things into the future.

sustainable development

_____ is the process of improving economic and social wellbeing in a way that is environmentally responsible and ensures the fair distribution of resources and opportunities. It focuses on promoting development that provides for current populations without depleting or degrading natural systems, ensuring that future generatiosn can also benefit from economic progress and a healthy environment.

sustainability pillars

The _____ provide a framework for applying a solutions-oriented approach to sustainable development.

Four _____:

• Environmental

• Economic

• Social

• Cultural

social sustainability

Focuses on achieving equity and an enhanced quality of life for all people when pursuing sustainability.

cultural sustainability

Focuses on protecting the ideas, customs, heritage and achievements of people when pursuing sustainability.

economic sustainability

Focuses on achieving economic development that promotes a fair distribution of resources without compromising other sustainability pillars.

environmental sustainability

Focuses on the conservation of natural ecosystems, biodiversity and responsible resource use to support sustainability pillars.

principles of ecological sustainability

The _____ focus on maintaining the health, diversity, and productivity of ecosystems so that they can support present and future generations.

precautionary principle

First principle of ecological sustainability

• Definiti