Designed Class 10 Green Skills Notes as per Latest CBSE Syllabus for Boards. All key concepts mentioned clearly and simply to get high marks.
Contents
Introduction
- Green skills refer to plan the use of resources in a sustainable manner so that we and our future generations can enjoy the good environment.
Sustainable Development
- Development that meets present needs without compromising future generations.
- Balances economic growth, environmental care, and social well-being.
Importance of sustainable development:
- Sustainable development encourages careful resource utilization and eco-friendly practices.
Problems Related to Sustainable Development
- Food: Fertile land decreasing; soil nutrients depleted; chemicals spoil soil.
- Water: Rivers/ponds polluted → clean water scarcity.
- Fuel: Excessive wood use → deforestation, climate issues.
Sustainable development practices:
- Reduce excessive resource use
- Recycle & reuse waste
- Scientific management of renewable resources
- Plant trees & green spaces
- Use biodegradable, eco-friendly materials
- Adopt efficient, environment-friendly technologies
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Launched by UN in 2015; part of 2030 Agenda.
- 17 goals addressing: poverty, gender equality, energy, climate, water, biodiversity.
- Aim: sustainable, secure, affordable economy for all.
Our Role in Sustainable Development
- Quality Education: Attend school, help friends, prevent dropouts.
- Clean Water & Sanitation: Build toilets, prevent water pollution.
- Affordable & Clean Energy: Use solar, biogas, renewable energy.
- Decent Work & Economic Growth: Gain skills, find jobs, contribute to society.
- Reduced Inequalities: Be inclusive, helpful, friendly to all.
- Sustainable Cities & Communities: Save energy, use natural light, energy-efficient appliances.
- Responsible Consumers & Producers: Reuse, recycle, cloth bags, donate, repair leaks, sort garbage, eat local seasonal produce.
- Protect Life Below Water: Reduce plastic, safeguard marine life.
- Protect Life on Land: Plant trees, prevent soil erosion, stop deforestation.