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Sustainable Development: Introduction, Approach and Environment Ethics — Revision Notes

ICSE · Class 9 · Environmental Science

Sustainable Development: Introduction, Approach and Environment Ethics revision notes for ICSE Class 9 Environmental Science: 4 topics in quick points.

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1. Sustainable Development: Core Idea and Need

  • Sustainable development balances economic growth, social well-being, and environmental protection.
  • The widely recognised definition of sustainable development is: 'meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.'
  • Natural resources are limited and must be used carefully.
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2. Principles of Sustainable Development

  • Respect and care for all forms of life means protecting animals, plants, and ecosystems.
  • Improve the quality of human life means development should support health, education, and social well-being.
  • Conserve the Earth's vitality and diversity means protecting ecosystems, natural resources, and biodiversity.
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3. Global Milestones and SDGs

  • The World Commission on Environment and Development was established in 1983.
  • Its 1987 report Our Common Future introduced and defined sustainable development.
  • The Earth Summit was held in Rio de Janeiro in 1992 and produced Agenda 21.
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4. Leapfrog Approach

  • The leapfrog approach means jumping ahead to modern, efficient, and sustainable technologies without passing through earlier polluting stages.
  • It allows countries to avoid harmful stages of development.
  • It supports cleaner growth and reduces environmental damage.

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Sustainable development means development that meetsSustainable development is needed becauseImportant principles include respect and careImportant milestones include the Stockholm ConferenceThe 2030 Agenda introduced 17 Sustainable

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What are the important topics in Sustainable Development: Introduction, Approach and Environment Ethics for ICSE Class 9 Environmental Science?
Key topics in Sustainable Development: Introduction, Approach and Environment Ethics include Sustainable Development: Core Idea and Need, Principles of Sustainable Development, Global Milestones and SDGs, Leapfrog Approach. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 9 exams.
How should I revise Sustainable Development: Introduction, Approach and Environment Ethics for Class 9 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 53 practice questions on Sustainable Development: Introduction, Approach and Environment Ethics. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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