Equitable use of resources for sustainable lifestyles

Equitable use of resources for sustainable development, STANDARD OF LIVING AND QUALITIES OF LIFE, MAIN FEATURES OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, SUSTAINABILITY, THE SUSTAINABILITY MODEL, HOW CAN WE ACHIEVE SUSTAINABLE LIFESTYLE

1. Equitable use of resources for sustainable development Rajeshwari jagadish BMSCCM*

2. Scarcity of resources is the burning problem of modern technology. The twenty-first century will see growing human needs for resources since many parts of the world are using natural resources at a rate faster than the natural processes can replenish it. *There are several principles that each of us can adopt to bring about sustainable lifestyles. *Reduction of the unsustainable and unequal use of resources and control of our population growth. *Expand green grassland. *The clean water of a lake that supports so much life. *Magnify power of the oceans. INTRODUCTION

3. Standard of living refers to the consumption of goods and services by an individual . It relates directly to the economic development where as the wellbeing or quality of life of a population refers to a combination of attributes that provide physical ,mental , spiritual and social wellbeing. STANDARD OF LIVING AND QUALITIES OF LIFE

4. SOME DEFNITIONS ARE: *”Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs”. *”Economic development that is conducted without depletion of natural resources.” SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

5. MAIN FEATURES OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT A desirable human condition : a society that people want to sustain because it meets their needs. A enduring ecosystem condition : an ecosystem that maintains its capacity to support human life and others. A balance between present and future generations; and within the present generation. INCLUDED: *Sustainable growth. *Sustainable consumption . *Sustainability.

6. SUSTAINABLE GROWTH For growth we need resources and the rate of depletion resources cannot be matched with the regenerating capacity of earth , as it is finite , not growing and materially closed . Therefore , sustainable growth is an impossible theorem .

7. SUSTAINABLE CONSUMPTION Sustainable consumption is related to production and distribution , use and disposal of products and services and provides the means to rethink our lifecycle . The aim is to ensure that the basic needs of the entire global community are met , excess is reduced and environmental damage is avoided .

8. SUSTAINABILITY Sustainability is the action oriented variant of sustainable development . There are some principles of sustainability which include the following- *Protecting nature. *Thinking long term. *Recognizing limits.

9. Three pillar basic model This is one of the most well known models created using the three dimensions- *Economy. *Environment. *Society. The diagram shows three interlocking circles with the triangle of environmental (conservation),economic(growth),and social(equity) dimensions . This model is called ‘three pillars’ or ‘three circles model’. MODELS OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Environment social Economy

10. THE SUSTAINABILITY MODEL It was designed in 1994 by the international union for the conservation of nature , IUCN. It illustrates the relationship between people and ecosystem as one circle inside another , like the yolk of an egg . This implies that people are within the ecosystem , and that ultimately one is entirely dependent upon the other . Just as an egg is good only if both the white and yolk are good , so a society is well and sustainable only if both people and the ecosystem, are well. Thus according to this model: Sustainable development=human well being+ ecosystem well being .

11. This model was developed by the German Wuppertal Institute and defines SD with the help of four components- economy , environment , society , and institutions. In this model the inter linkages such as care , access , democracy ,and eco-efficiency need to be looked at closely as they show the relation between the dimensions which could translate and influence policy . In each dimension of the prism , there are imperatives . Indicators are used to measure hoe far one as actually come in comparison to the overall vision of SD . PRISM OF SUSTAINABILITY

12. INDICATORS OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Gross National Happiness (GNH ) Human Development Index (HDI) Ecological Footprint (EF) The Happy Index (HPI)

13. Gross National Happiness is an attempt to define quality of life in a more holistic and psychological terms than Gross National Product . Four pillars of GNH are: < The promotion of equitable and sustainable socio-economic development . < Preservation and promotion of cultural values . < conservation of the natural environment . < Establishment of good governance . GROSS NATIONAL HAPPINESS(GNH)

14. Human Development Index (HDI) The Human Development Index is the measure of life expectancy , literacy , education , and standard of living for countries world wide . Three basic dimensions if human development index are: < A long and healthy life . < Knowledge . < A decent standard of living .

15. < Using appropriate technology . <Reduce , Recycle and Reuse approach . < Promotion environmental awareness approach . < Resource utilization as per carrying capacity . < Improving quality of life including social , cultural and economic . MEASURES OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

16. SOLAR PANELS , WIND TURBINES , AND GREEN ENERGY Instead of burning fossil fuels that will be depleted within short generations , alternative energy such as solar panels , wind turbines and other green energy sources need to be implemented to sustain and care for the sources that remain . The definition of sustainable living means today than when it was first considered almost 200 years ago back , then it was to improve man’s conditions , today it is to maintain man’s functional society and protect the environment .

17. For sustainable engineering solutions lifestyle choices , we may consider the sustainability of our lifestyles through sub division into the following categories : < energy including transport. < Finite resource depletion and waste management . < Water . HOW CAN WE ACHIEVE SUSTAINABLE LIFESTYLE

18. ENERGY INCLUDING TRANSPORT The energy required to support our lifestyle may be sub divided into the following categories : < Electricity for lighting and appliances . < Transport . < Embodied energy in products .

19. The quality of human life and quality of ecosystem on earth are indicators of the sustainable use of resources . There are some clear indicators of sustainable lifestyles in human life : < Increased longevity . < The long term conservation of biodiversity . < The careful long term use of natural resources . < The prevention of degradation and pollution of the environment . NEEDS FOR SUSTAINABLE LIFESTYLES

20. NEED FOR SUSTAINABLE LIFESTYLES The quality of ecosystems have indicators that are more difficult to assess : < A stabilized population . < The long term conservation of biodiversity . < The careful long term use of natural resources . < The prevention of degradation and pollution of the environment .

21. Some of the following tips to live a more sustainable lifestyles are : < Save energy . < Eat less meat . < Use reusable alternatives. < Go paperless . < Use renewable energy . < Recycle and reuse . < Grow your own produce . < Donate unused items . < Save water . < Buy fair trade products . < Drive less . < Don’t waste food . < Wear sustainable clothing . < Use of eco-friendly cleaning products . How do live the sustainable lifestyle ?

22. SUSTAINABLE LIFESTYLE Instead of converting forest land to agriculture land , make use of existing land for multiple cropping . Increase in irrigation . Move towards no tillage agriculture . Not burning crop residues that emit (CO2). Use of paper and jute bags instead of non recyclable plastic bags . Use of energy efficient appliances like CFL bulbs , pressure cooker . Use public transport system . Make green purchases .

23. Sustainable lifestyle describes that it attempts to reduce an individual’s or society’s use of earth’s natural resources and one’s personal resources . From this statement the natural conclusion is that Sustainable lifestyle is at odds with industrialization . Conclusion

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