1. Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
2. The Dimensions of Sustainability
2.1. Economic
2.1.1. Refers to the capacity of future generations to earn an income and the efficient use of resources to allow economic growth over time.
2.1.1.1. This includes:
2.1.1.2. Innovative and diverse industries
2.1.1.3. Employment
2.1.1.4. Economic growth
2.1.1.5. Trade
2.2. Social
2.2.1. Refers to creating an equitable society that meets the needs of all citizens and can be maintained indefinitely
2.2.1.1. This includes:
2.2.1.2. Elimination of poverty and the provision of social protection systems
2.2.1.3. Gender equality
2.2.1.4. Access to safe and decent working conditions
2.2.1.5. Promotion of political and legal rights
2.2.1.6. Peace and security
2.3. Environmental
2.3.1. Refers to ensuring the natural environment is used in a way that will preserve resources into the future
2.3.1.1. This includes:
2.3.1.2. Biodiversity
2.3.1.3. Use of natural resources
2.3.1.4. Waste removal and pollution
2.3.1.5. Climate change
3. Human Development
3.1. Refers to creating an environment where people can:
3.1.1. Develop to their full potential and lead productive, creative lives in accord with their needs and interest
3.1.2. Expand their choices and enhance their capabilities
3.1.3. Have access to knowledge, health and a decent standard of living
3.1.4. Participate in the life of their community and decisions that affect their lives
3.2. Human Development Index (HDI)
3.2.1. An indicator of the level of development for each country constructed by the United Nations, that is based on income, literacy, education and life expectancy
3.2.2. HDI Dimensions
3.2.2.1. A long and healthy life
3.2.2.2. Knowledge
3.2.2.3. A decent standard of living
3.2.2.4. HDI Indicators (Health and Wellbeing Indicators):
3.2.2.4.1. Life expectancy at birth
3.2.2.4.2. Mean years of schooling
3.2.2.4.3. Expected years of schooling
3.2.2.4.4. Gross National Income per capita
3.2.3. Advantages of the HDI
3.2.3.1. Takes into account more than just income
3.2.3.2. Produces a single statistic which is helpful for comparisons
3.2.3.3. Effective in analysing progress made by countries over time
3.2.4. Disadvantages of the HDI
3.2.4.1. Only reflects selected aspects on human development
3.2.4.2. Based on averages which doesn't provide insight into inequalities that exist within countries
3.2.4.3. Doesn't collect survey data which means people's feelings about their lives and concerns are not reflected