2.4. Sustainable Economic Growth

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is sustainable development?

   Hint

   Think about the balance between current and future needs.

2. 2.

   Name one principle of sustainable development.

   Hint

   Consider principles that help protect future resources.

3. 3.

   What is the primary focus of sustainable development?

   • Economic growth alone.
   • Balancing economic growth
   • social equity
   • and environmental protection.
   • Social equity only.

   Hint

   Remember the triple bottom line approach.

4. 4.

   True or False: The precautionary principle encourages taking preventive action to avoid environmental harm.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about whether it's better to act early or late based on potential risks.

5. 5.

   Propose a community project that involves renewable energy solutions addressing local pollution.

   Hint

   Think of what renewable resources your community could benefit from.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the effectiveness of a specific SDG in promoting sustainable development in a given country.

   Hint

   Look deeper into how these goals are actively influencing policy.