10.12 Summary
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businesses will integrate SDGs into strategy and the manner they conduct business
within 5 years (Centre for Sustainability and Excellence 2017). Carbon footprint
minimization will become priority of organizations that have highest Sustainability
Ranking.
10.11.6 South America
Artificial Intelligence (AI) will increasingly gain more followers as it provides more
beneficial tools in almost any industry. AI will play a great role in facilitating
and scaling sustainability solutions. Also, corporate sustainability reporting will be
significantly transformed.
10.12 Summary
• This chapter has defined sustainability as the development/activities/ processes
that cater for our present needs without compromising the ability of future
generations to meet their own needs.
• Individual commitment is crucial for ensuring the development of a livable
planet.
• The SDGs discussed in order are: ending poverty, ending hunger, promoting good
health and well-being for people, quality education, gender equality, clean water
and sanitation, affordable and clean energy, decent work and economic growth,
industry innovation and infrastructure and reducing inequalities.
• SDGs 11–17 are responsible for consumption and production, tackling climate
change, life below water, life on land, peace, justice and strong institutions and
partnerships for the goals.
• The three major pillars of sustainability are economic development, social
development, and environmental protection.
• The main objectives of environmental sustainability are clean energy supply,
sustainable human settlements, sustainable consumption patterns and production
of resources.
• There is need for the world to move towards a more sustainable and strong
foundation for construction and human settlements.
• Waste and emissions is a critical aspect for achieving environmental sustainability.
• Agricultural practices and habits need to be oriented in a way that enhances
sustainability.
• Various forms of sustainable energy should be adopted including solar energy,
wind energy, and geothermal energy.
• Sustainable manufacturing is critical for minimizing negative environmental
effects and conserving natural resources.
297
businesses will integrate SDGs into strategy and the manner they conduct business
within 5 years (Centre for Sustainability and Excellence 2017). Carbon footprint
minimization will become priority of organizations that have highest Sustainability
Ranking.
10.11.6 South America
Artificial Intelligence (AI) will increasingly gain more followers as it provides more
beneficial tools in almost any industry. AI will play a great role in facilitating
and scaling sustainability solutions. Also, corporate sustainability reporting will be
significantly transformed.
10.12 Summary
• This chapter has defined sustainability as the development/activities/ processes
that cater for our present needs without compromising the ability of future
generations to meet their own needs.
• Individual commitment is crucial for ensuring the development of a livable
planet.
• The SDGs discussed in order are: ending poverty, ending hunger, promoting good
health and well-being for people, quality education, gender equality, clean water
and sanitation, affordable and clean energy, decent work and economic growth,
industry innovation and infrastructure and reducing inequalities.
• SDGs 11–17 are responsible for consumption and production, tackling climate
change, life below water, life on land, peace, justice and strong institutions and
partnerships for the goals.
• The three major pillars of sustainability are economic development, social
development, and environmental protection.
• The main objectives of environmental sustainability are clean energy supply,
sustainable human settlements, sustainable consumption patterns and production
of resources.
• There is need for the world to move towards a more sustainable and strong
foundation for construction and human settlements.
• Waste and emissions is a critical aspect for achieving environmental sustainability.
• Agricultural practices and habits need to be oriented in a way that enhances
sustainability.
• Various forms of sustainable energy should be adopted including solar energy,
wind energy, and geothermal energy.
• Sustainable manufacturing is critical for minimizing negative environmental
effects and conserving natural resources.