Interpretation should include defining sustainability as it relates to cultural and personal philosophies, government policies, business practices, the environment, and natural resources.

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Process/Skill Questions:

What is the simplest way to define sustainability, considering the word can have many permutations?
What conditions (e.g., economic climate; desire for status symbols; lack of interest, knowledge, or understanding) can be blamed for society’s reluctance to practice sustainability?
How might one's awareness of sustainability in one aspect of life (e.g., energy consumption) lead to practicing sustainability in other areas (e.g., landscaping)?
How can intangibles, such as compromised natural resources, effect on future generations, be valued so that economic comparisons can be made to determine the value of investing in sustainability?
How can sustainability be achieved differently in the first world vs. the third world? Which is more sustainable right now?
How are the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) relevant to current sustainability initiatives?