Competence Area

Embodying Sustainability Values
What is sustainability?

Key messages

"Sustainability: A Balanced Future"

Learning Objectives

To define what environmental sustainability is. To explain the importance and benefits of practicing environmental sustainability for human health, innovation, and the planet. To provide actionable steps that individuals can take to contribute to environmental sustainability. To raise awareness and encourage engagement in sustainable practices.

Follow-up activity

No

Instructions to introduce the topic and deliver the video/presentation/micro resource

Introduce the Topic: What is Environmental Sustainability? Core Definition: Explain that "Environmental sustainability is about protecting nature and its resources so that they will be there for us now and for future generations." Emphasize the positive goal: "We want a healthy and thriving planet, not a damaged one!" 1. Benefits of Environmental Sustainability: o Human Health: Explain that "a clean environment means fewer disease, and overall better health for communities." o Healthier Planet: Reiterate that "by practicing environmental sustainability, we aim for a healthy and thriving planet, not a damaged one." o Boosts Innovation: Mention that "the need for sustainability drives people to invent new, greener technologies and solutions." o Protects Nature: Emphasize that it's "all about protecting nature and its resources, ensuring they are available for us now and for future generations." 2. What You Can Do (Actionable Steps): Present practical actions individuals can take for environmental sustainability: o Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: Encourage these three R's. o Conserve Energy: Advise saving electricity. o Conserve Water: Promote wise water use. o Shop Smart: Suggest making environmentally conscious purchasing decisions. o Learn & Share: Encourage continuous learning and sharing knowledge with others. 3. Closing: End with a simple "Thank you for your attention!"

Suggestions for discussions and activities after viewing the material

Discuss related and personal practices in small groups

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