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Recap
In the previous class, we discussed Sustainability and its importance. We explored how Society
and Sustainability are connected. We learnt about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
set by the United Nations. We also understood the concept of Systems Thinking. Lastly, we
studied System Maps and their role in decision-making.
Let us recap all these topics in detail.
Sustainability
The word Sustainability comes from the term Sustain, which means
to maintain, support, withstand, or endure. Therefore, sustainability
refers to the ability to maintain or support the world we live in,
ensuring that our actions today do not deplete the resources we rely
on for tomorrow. The key idea behind sustainability is that we must
act responsibly today so that the resources on our planet can continue
to support future generations. It’s about creating a balance where
resources are used wisely and conserved for the long term.
Some key terms for sustainability are:
• Resource conservation is about using resources in a way that they can regenerate and
continue to meet the needs of future generations.
• Environmental protection is essential for ensuring that we do not cause harm to ecosystems,
biodiversity, and the planet’s overall health.
• Long-term thinking is necessary to ensure that development does not come at the cost of
future generations' ability to thrive.
Society and Sustainability
Society refers to the people around us – our communities,
families, and even nations. For sustainability to be truly effective,
it is not enough for just a few people or organisations to follow
sustainable practices. Everyone in society must take part. If
only certain parts of society act sustainably while others do not,
achieving true sustainability would not be possible. To achieve
full sustainability, we need to think about it from a societal
perspective. This means that everyone – from individuals to
communities, and even governments – must work together,
using their resources responsibly, for a truly sustainable future.
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