ACTIVITY
What is Sustainable Development?

Learning Outcomes
At the end of this activity, you will be able to
· Describe what is meant by 'sustainable development'.
· Discuss sustainable development with others

Assessment Criteria
Appropriate definition of sustainable development
· Recognise relation between environmental, social and economic elements
· Contact your Local Authority

Task 1:
Look at the various Definitions of sustainable development ep@w has collected.

You may want to see how the term 'sustainable development' fits other environmental business terms, visit Cleaner Production.com .

Either:

• Choose one of the definitions given and explain why you like it the best.
  Or
• Find another saying and explain why you consider it defines sustainable development.
  Or
• Devise a new definition of your own.

ACTIVITY 1 - ANSWERS TO TASK 1

Select your definition: -- Select your task from these options -- Choose one of the definitions given and explain why you like it the best Find another saying and explain why you consider it defines sustainable development Devise a new definition of your own

Definition/Another saying/New definition and explanation (if needed).

Allow ½ - 1 hour (maximum) to complete this activity.

Task 2:
Send a letter requesting a free copy of the 'Local Agenda 21' document from your nearest local authority office or town hall.

Keep a copy of your request and response in your portfoilio.
You will need a Local Agenda 21 for ACTIVITY 4

Allow 1 hour (maximum) to complete this activity.