Introduction:

Sustainable development is an organizing principle for meeting human

development goals while also sustaining the ability of natural systems to
provide the natural resources and ecosystem services on which the economy
and society depend. The desired result is a state of society where living
conditions and resources are used to continue to meet human needs without
undermining the integrity and stability of the natural system. [2]

In other words, they aimed to prevent the stripping the natural world of resources which
the future generations will require. As we all know that usually, one particular need drives
development. Consequently, the wider future impacts are not considered.

As a result, a lot of damage happens due to this type of approach. Thus, the longer we
continue to pursue unsustainable development, the more severe will the consequences be.
One of the most common is climate change which is being debated widely worldwide.

In fact, climate change is already wreaking havoc on our surroundings. So, the need of the
hour is sustainable development. We must ask ourselves, must we leave a scorched planet
with an ailing environment for our future generations?

In order to undo the mess created by us, we must follow sustainable development. This
will help us promote a more social, environmental and economical thinking. Most
importantly, it is not that difficult to attain this.

We must see that world as a system which connects space, and time. Basically, it helps
you understand that water pollution in South Africa will ultimately impact water quality in
India. Similarly, it is the case for other things as well.

Definition
Sustainable development can be defined as development that meets the needs
of the present generation without compromising the ability of future
generations to meet their own needs.
Measures to Practice Sustainable Development

There are many measures to take up for practising sustainable development.

To begin with, it is important to ensure clean and hygienic living and
working conditions for the people.

Next, sponsoring research on environmental issues which pertains to

regions. Further, ensuring safety against known and proven industrial
hazards. It is also important to find economical methods to salvage
dangerous industrial wastes.

Most importantly, we must encourage afforestation. Including

environmental education as part of the school and college curriculum will
also help. Similarly, it is essential to socialize and humanize all
environmental issues.

Further, we must encourage uses of non-conventional sources of energy,

especially solar energy. Looking for substitutes for proven dangerous
materials on the basis of local resources and needs will help. Likewise, we
must produce environment-friendly products.
It is also essential to popularize the use of organic fertilizers and other
biotechniques. Finally, the key is environmental management which must
be monitored and ensure accountability.

Case study

10.8 MW Rooftop Solar Power System – ANERT, Kerala

Requirements
The Agency for Non-Conventional Energy and Rural Technology (ANERT) along with
the Government of India and Kerala initiated a program to harness the power of the sun
to light up rural & sub-urban areas of Kerala.
The government was responsible for short-listing and empaneling key vendors, to
install, commission and maintain the solar systems. Tata Power Solar, based on its
credentials and proven ability, was selected and empaneled as one of vendor for the
project.
With many vendors being registered with ANERT, the people had a choice, for
purchasing their solar power systems. People overwhelmingly gave an order of 7700+
systems, to Tata Power Solar, being the largest order for a single vendor, based on their
Trust in the Tata brand & the quality of systems and services provided by the company.
Project Highlights
 10.8 MW distributed rooftop systems: With 7750+ distinct locations, spread across the state,
the program called for supply, installation & commissioning of individual systems each of 1-5
kW under battery based off-grid systems and 2-100 kW under grid connected systems. Orders
included requirements from remote locations, sometimes with inaccessible road infrastructure.
 Unique roofs - unique designs: Given the diversity in types of roofs, flat & tiled, sloping
roofs to roofs under the shadow of coconut trees, each solar array had to be custom designed
for opti‫ۿ‬mum efficiency. Engineers at Tata Power Solar customized the design of these
structures, which made installation possible on any kind of roof or shadow free area which was
available.
 High Winds: Kerala, being a costal state, is subject to high speed winds and at times cyclones.
The systems have been designed keeping in mind the climatic conditions, with the solar arrays
capable of withstanding a wind speed of up to 160Kmph.
Impact
Savings for Families & the Kerala Government: The power generated through solar system suffice
the energy needs of the families, hence less dependency & stress on the DISCOM, in turn helping the
state reduce its load on the distribution system. (Considering 300 sunny days in a year)
Employment Generation: The installations have generated employment for the locals. The project
also generated employment opportunities for the local people, who trained themselves for installation
and equipment servicing.
Powering for the Generations: Most of the beneficiaries of this project are senior people, whose
families may be settled outside the village or country. The solar system helps them enjoy a basic
lifestyle with amenities like lights, fan and television at their disposal, along with access to
communication devices, which help them stay connected with their families across the
world.

SDG India Index

The Index for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) evaluates progress of states and Union
Territories (UTs) on various parameters including health, education, gender, economic growth,
institutions, climate change and environment. First launched in December 2018, the index has become
the primary tool for monitoring progress on the SDGs in India. It has also fostered competition among
the states and UTs by ranking them on the global goals.

Kerala has retained the top rank in NITI Aayog’s SDG India Index 2020-21, while Mizoram, Haryana,
and Uttarakhand are the top gainers in terms of improvement in their rankings from 2019, according to
a report released by the government think tank Thursday. Bihar, Jharkhand and Assam were the worst
performing states in this year’s India index.

Conclusion of Essay on Sustainable Development

To sum it up, sustainable development continuously seeks to achieve social

and economic progress in ways which will not exhaust the Earth’s finite
natural resources. Thus, we must all develop ways to meet these needs so
that our future generations can inherit a healthier and greener planet.

Bibliography
wikipedia
www.toppr.com
www.tatasolarpower.com
The Indian Express
https://brainly.in
definition

The concept of sustainable development was described by the 1987 Bruntland Commission
Report as “development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the
ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
The term ‘sustainable development’ was used by the Brundtland Commission. Sustainable development is made up
of three different groups, the environment, the economy, and the social community.

Advantage of sustainable development

Sustainable development maintains the health and biocapacity of the environment.

Sustainability supports the well-being of individuals and communities. Sustainability
promotes a better economy where there is little waste and pollution, fewer emissions, more
jobs, and a better distribution of wealth.

Benefits
 Cost reduction. Construction is a $10 trillion industry but its financial struggles can't be
ignored. ...
 Increased productivity. ...
 Improved health. ...
 Waste minimization. ...
 Better use of materials. ...
 Environmental Protection. ...
 Noise avoidance. ...
 Better quality of life.
Disadvantage

1. It will be costly to create goods and services and the

government may hesitate to implement it in a major scale.
2. Sustainable development means development of an economy
in a way that doesn't deplete natural resources.
Unfortunately, it can be incredibly difficult to do this. It is
often seen as practically impossible. For instance, there is no
alternative solution for the vast population living alongside
forests and surviving solely on forest products.
3. Operations of sustainable development are much higher than
the costs of non environmentally friendly methods.
4. In developing countries, starting a company is very difficult.
A new company can be frail, and any limitations can cause
the downfall of the company.
5. Sustainable Development is possible but it requires more
work, which can be more than the company can handle for its
survival. Many industries will face huge financial loss.