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Unit 1  |  Introduction to Sustainability 31 CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING 1. How did the modern definition of sustainability develop? How would you define sustainability? 2. What are the three pillars of sustainability? How does this framework help us better define and understand the concept of sustainability? 3. What is the triple bottom line? 4. How does fair trade labeling help coffee suppliers? How does it help purchasers and consumers? 5. How is sustainability work a participatory movement? What is the role of global citizenship and intergenerational responsibility in this movement? What sustinability programs has your school implemented? ASSESS YOUR UNDERSTANDING Select the best answer from the choices provided. 1. Which phrase best describes the concept of sustainability? a. Increasing jobs and business activity in a community or nation b. Reducing costs of products so people can afford a better standard of living c. Meeting human needs, now and for future generations with consideration of environment, society, and economy d. Making existing buildings green and using green materials for new construction 2. What is the approximate current global human population? a. 2 billion b. 5 billion c. 9 billion d. 7 billion