The United Nations defines sustainability as "meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs". It involves making choices and taking actions that reduce our impact on the environment, promote social justice, and support economic prosperity. Sustainability is important because it affects all aspects of our lives and the world we live in.
This section aims to provide you with an introduction to sustainability, covering in general the 17 United Nations sustainable development goals, the Singapore Green Plan, the Paris Agreement and more.
United Nations - 17 Sustainable Development Goals
United Nations - Sustainable Development Goals
These are a set of 17 goals that aim to address global challenges such as poverty, inequality, climate change, and environmental degradation. They provide a comprehensive framework for sustainability, encompassing economic, social, and environmental dimensions.
More resources on SDGs
More resources on SDGs:
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What can you do to support the SDGs?
- Perception Change Project (PCP) -170 Daily actions to transform our world (English) Useful information on the daily actions to transform our world.
- 5 Actions You can Take to #SaveOurOcean Learn the actions you can take to save our ocean.
- The Lazy Person’s Guide to Saving the World Tips from United Nations on the actions you can take to save the world.
- ActNow - Facts and Figures Facts and figures from United Nations on the current global situation and what you can do to make a difference.
Singapore Green Plan 2030
Singapore Green Plan 2030
The Singapore Green Plan 2030 is a plan created by the government of Singapore to make the country more environmentally sustainable and to tackle climate change. It aims to strengthen Singapore’s commitments under the UN’s 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda and Paris Agreement, and seeks to achieve our long-term net zero emissions aspiration by 2050.
- SIngapore Green Plan 2030 Know more about the Singapore Green Plan 2030.
- Green.gov.sg Movement Know more about the Green Government Movement led by the public sector.
- Latest News on Singapore Green Plan Keep updated on the latest news on Singapore Green Plan.
- Joint Segment on Sustainability Know more about the joint segment on sustainability
What can you do to support the Singapore Green Plan?
- What you can do to be a Part of the Green Plan Make a difference and be a part of the Singapore Green Plan.
- Let's start with good personal habits 10 good personal habits to help save the world.
Other information on Sustainability in Singapore
- Nurturing stewards of the environment Learn how schools are involved in nurturing stewards of the environment.
- Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment Learn more about the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment.
- Year Towards Zero Waste Know more about Singapore's journey to become a zero waste country.
- UN Global Compact Network Singapore As the premier advocate for corporate sustainability, GCNS mobilizes stakeholders to champion the United Nations Global Compact's Ten Principles and Sustainable Development Goals, fostering sustainable business practices. It collaborates with GRI ASEAN, CPLC, and key Singaporean organizations to promote responsible leadership and drive the nation's sustainable business objectives.
The Paris Agreement
The Paris Agreement
The Paris Agreement is an international treaty on climate change that was adopted by 196 countries at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Under the Paris Agreement, each country sets its own greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets and reports on their progress towards meeting those targets.
- What is the Paris Agreement? Learn what is the Paris Agreement.
- The Paris Agreement Learn how does the Paris Agreement work.
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- Daily habits to live sustainably A comprehensive course that covers daily habits to help drive sustainability.
- Sustainability as an innovation opportunity This course provides an overview of why sustainability matters to business as an opportunity to innovate and grow.
Polys' Commitment to Sustainability
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Other Sustainability Frameworks
Other Frameworks for Sustainability:
Besides the United Nations' SDGs, there are other frameworks for sustainability, each with its own approach and emphasis:
The Triple Bottom Line (TBL): This framework focuses on three main areas of sustainability: social, environmental, and economic. It suggests that for a business or organization to be sustainable, it must consider and balance these three dimensions.
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Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing is used to screen investments based on corporate policies and to encourage companies to act responsibly.
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ESG explained, 7 essentials you need to know ESG is the use of environmental, social and governance factors to inform investment decisions. __________________________________ |
The Circular Economy Framework: This framework emphasizes the importance of designing systems that reduce waste and promote the reuse and recycling of materials. It aims to create closed-loop systems where resources are used and reused efficiently and effectively.
Organisations driving sustainable development
Organisations driving sustainable development
- World Business Council for Sustainable Development The WBCSD works to promote sustainable development by advocating for policies and practices that are environmentally and socially responsible, while also being economically viable.
- The United Nations The United Nations has several bodies that are focused on sustainable development, including the UN Development Programme(UNDP), the UN Environmental Programme (UNEP), and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
International Days and Weeks
International Days and Weeks
News
News
- The Straits Times - Section on Sustainability Section on the Straits Times on sustainability.
- Channel News Asia- Section on Sustainability Section on Channel News Asia on sustainability.
Other Web Resources
- Yale Environment 360 Yale Environment 360 is a digital magazine that provides opinion, analysis, reporting, and debate on global environmental issues.
Resources from World Economic Forum
Resources from World Economic Forum
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