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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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