What is Sustainability?
The definition of sustainability is “meeting the requirements of the present without compromising the needs of the future” and “ensuring a balance between economic growth, environmental protection, and social well-being.” (Santander Universidades, 06 April 2022)
Sustainable development is possible with political will and public support since it relies on the desire to preserve our world, helps reduce pollution and conserve resources, boosts the economy and creates jobs, promotes public health, and protects biodiversity. (Converse Energy Nature, n.d.)
How people sustain the nature?
People already protect the environment by avoiding using plastic wherever possible. Purchase a glass water bottle that can be filled up again, recycle all paper and cardboard packaging, wrap packages by hand, and switch to green energy sources and products.
As green energy and environmentally friendly materials are frequently employed in houses, this will be advantageous. People will thus feel healthier and benefit nature by living in sustainable buildings or even by reusing recycled goods.
Sustainable housing
According to Paul Collins, “An eco-friendly house is a house which respects the environment, is made from non-toxic materials, and is energy-efficient both in its construction and use. However, new technologies and construction methods mean that the concept of an “eco-friendly home” is constantly evolving.” (Paul Collins, Selectra, n.d.)
Health hazards arise from a degraded urban environment that is plagued by air and noise pollution, a lack of green spaces, and limited transportation options. The population’s physical and mental health is directly impacted by housing circumstances. Numerous avoidable illnesses and injuries, including cancer, cardiovascular, respiratory, and nervous system disorders, are caused by, or worsened by, substandard housing and interior conditions. (UNDRR, n.d.)
Target Audience
When it comes to making my own animation, the target audience will be families and people who are unable to live in a regular house due to allergies or other health issues caused by the materials used in these houses. A possible animation will investigate the significance of Sustainable Housing and the Circular Economy.
References
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Daniel Thomas Mollenkamp, Investopedia, n.d. What is Sustainability? How Sustainabilities Work, Benefits, and Example [Online] (Updated in 23 June 2022) Available at : https://www.investopedia.com/terms/s/sustainability.asp [Accessed in 31 January 2023]
Isabella Tonaco, Necte, 18 May 2022. A second life: redefining plastic waste [Online] (n.d.) Available at : https://journeytozerostories.neste.com/plastics/second-life-redefining-plastic-waste#9d2b7875 [Accessed in 31 January 2023]
Paul Collins, Selectra, n.d. Eco-friendly houses: Characteristics, prices and examples [Online] (Updated in 31 January 2022) Available at : https://climate.selectra.com/en/advice/eco-house [Accessed in 01 February 2023]
Santander Universidades, 06 April 2022. What is sustainability? Definition, types and examples [Online] (n.d.) Available at : https://www.becas-santander.com/en/blog/what-is-sustainability.html [Accessed in 02 February 2023]
You Magazine, 22 July 2018. 20 ways to help save the planet [Online] (n.d.) Available at : https://www.you.co.uk/20-ways-to-help-save-the-planet/ [Accessed in 03 February 2023]
UNDRR, n.d. GENEVA UN CHARTER ON SUSTAINABLE HOUSING [Online] (n.d.) Available at : https://www.preventionweb.net/publication/geneva-un-charter-sustainable-housing [Accessed in 03 February 2023]