TOO4TO Module 1 - Part 2 - Self Study Questions (For Self Learners)

These questions can be used as self-study questions by the users who study TOO4TO Module 1 “Introduction to Sustainability and Sustainable Management” in a self-paced way.

• Reflect on / discuss what aspects of the traditional economic theory are questioned to be not applicable in sustainability-oriented economies. What should the purpose of economies / economic activities be today, if not pure economic development?
• Reflect on / discuss the implications of sustainability on the energy industry. What are the main opportunities and challenges? How can the public sector (governments) play a role in transformation to more sustainable energy production / consumption? You can focus your answers on national scale or, alternatively, on regional and international scales. (Reference source: SDG Industry Matrix: Energy, Natural Resources & Chemicals)