In nigeria, environmental master plan of government is a most. Nigeria has a total land area of 983,2 km 2 occupied by about 120 million people. Smes and the role of the accountant professor laura j. Ogu encyclopedia of life support systems eolss economic realities and the dynamics of the spatial expression, and act on this recognition in order to counter the problem of poor services and environmental deterioration. In the words of ballara 1991, sustainability is humanitys ability to survive by means of the national use of renewable resources, by refraining from disrupting the ecosystem or overexploiting natural. This is no doubt not unconnected with the recognition of the role of the environment in facilitating optimal social functioning and therefore, the need to protect it not just for the present but for the future as well. Bioremediation and environmental sustainability in nigeria agwu, a department of chemistry, abia state polytechnic, aba. Pdf the purpose of this paper is to examine the longrun equilibrium between green growth and some environmental variables like.
The challenges and implications of sustainable development. Adoption of national regulations that will promote the environmental sustainability of airports. The global context in the private and public sectors clearly tends to mainstream environmental sustainability into core organizational functions. The term sustainable development has become a shibboleth of gov. Spence professor of business ethics director, centre for research into sustainability, school of management, royal holloway, university of london dr gloria agyemang senior lecturer in accounting centre for research into sustainability. Issues in environmental management for sustainable. The importance of sustainability in engineering management. In view of these goals, it is pertinent for the nigerian. Environmental sustainability and sustainable development issues in the niger delta region of nigeria. If sustainable development of nigeria is so highly desirable, the country should without delay embrace sustainable. In nigeria, like most present day societies, various measures have been embarked upon with regards to environmental sustainability as an aspect of socioeconomic development.
European journal of educational and development psychology vol. Like many developing countries, nigeria has struggled to maintain a balance between its economic development and the sustainability of its environmental resources. Examining environmental policies and laws in nigeria. Originalarticle development and environmental sustainability in nigeria. Green growth and environmental sustainability in nigeria zbw. Prospects for achieving sustainable development through. The study examined environmental justice and sustainable development in nigeria. Nigeria was a signatory to agenda 21 in 1992 and has been introducing policies in its systems which include laws that serve the three. The theme, zgreen economy in the context of sustainable development and poverty. In nigeria, an increased level of consciousness is observable with regard to the complex relationship that exists between development and the quality of the environment.
The place of sustainability in the management of environmental resources in nigeria sustainability is a vital element in development. While the concepts of engineering for sustainability may seem simple in the abstract, converting the concepts into the quantitative design tools and performance metrics that can be. Sustainable development sd has become a popular catchphrase in. Corporate social responsibility and environmental sustainability in the niger delta. This is a most challenging task for the country and in particular for our planners and policymakers today. Nnpc nigeria national petroleum corporation niomr nigeria institute for oceanography and marine research nema national emergency management agency neiti nigeria extractive industries transparency initiative nshdp national strategic health development plan. Sustainable environment under nigerian law as the introduction by. The mdgs also identify the need for international cooperation in tackling the challenges of sustainable development. Sustainability and sustainable development jonathan m. Nigeria sustainable development the united nations. Involvement of the local communities in developing airports. The paper recommends among others, that the formulation and implementation of environmental policies should be propoor and the relevant institutions should be strengthened in order to achieve sustainable development in nigeria. This research banks on the strategies for achieving sustainable development in nigeria.
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Urban infrastructure development and sustainability in nigeria. Environmental sustainability and sustainable development. Laws put in place in nigeria to promote environmental sustainability72. This reappraisal has given rise to a new approach to environment and development issues an approach, which seeks to reconcile human needs and the capacity of the environment to cope with the consequences of economic systems. Pdf green growth and environmental sustainability in nigeria.
Against this backdrop, the paper seeks to assess the lessons. International journal of academic research in progressive education and development july 2012, vol. Environment, good governance, sustainability, mdgs, lagos state, nigeria. Hence, the mdgs environmental education and the challenges of sustainable development in nigeria sunday d.
The purpose of this paper is to identify the management principles of environmental sustainability for event tourism. Urban environmental problems in nigeria journal of sustainable. Sustainable development is an implied development without destruction. The challenges and implications of sustainable development in africa. They pose a serious threat to the achievement of the mdgs as they have the potential to reverse years of development gains. Environmental sustainability and sustainable growth. This country report documents what nigeria has achieved over the last 20 years in our quest for sustainable development. This article discusses the evolution of environmental legislation in nigeria. Yet in many developing nations, nigeria among them, environmental education and awareness campaigns remain something regarded as unnecessary. A global outlook abstract this thesis examines the concept of environmental sustainability with a focus on global efforts to achieve this. Effective regulation and policymaking regarding the environmental sustainability of airports requires action both at the international and national levels. Nigerias path to sustainable develeopment through green economy. It highlights our policies, programmes and activities. A sustainable approach to economic development in nigeria.
Pdf development and environmental sustainability in nigeria. Climate change and sustainable development in nigeria. The sustainable development goals sdgs, also known as the global goals, were adopted by all united nations member states in 2015 as a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity by 2030. In engineering, incorporating sustainability into products, processes, technology systems, and services generally means integrating environmental, economic, and social factors in the evaluation of designs. Access to clean modern energy services is an enormous challenge facing the african continent because energy is fundamental for socioeconomic development and poverty eradication. In countries where development requires resources, how can a philosophy. The pollution has led to environmental degradation, which has adversely affected the lives of the inhabitants and ruined the local economy of the region. Human security and sustainable development all over the world hinges on successful environmental sustainability. European journal of sustainable development 2014, 3, 1, 3346 issn.
Today, 60% to 70% of the nigerian population does not have access to electricity. Policy options for nigeria article pdf available in journal of economic cooperation and development 344. Phd dissertation sustainable environmental management in the niger delta region of nigeria. Pdf environmental justice and sustainable development in. Development is the increase in the manufacturing, distribution and consumption of goods and services by. Afp photodon emmert in september this year, under a relatively quiet banner, the sustainable development goals. Strategies for achieving sustainable economy in nigeria taking into. But people using the term environmental sustainability can specify or elaborate the term further. Integrate the principle of sustainable development into country. Sustainability is a holistic approach that considers ecological.
Iii urban infrastructure development and sustainability in nigeriavincent i. The awareness imperative foluke ogunleye become unfashionable. The challenges of environmental problems in nigeria. Environmental sustainability and development in nigeria. Adding environmental sustainability to the management of. Engineers can contribute to sustainable development along the entire chain of modern production and consumption, including the following. The niger delta region of nigeria has been inundated with oil pollution since the beginning of oil exploitation in the 1960s. It observes that climate change has a multifarious effect. Introduction to the importance of environmental sustainability. Generally, this paper submits that efficient investment in green growth technologies and policies in nigeria will assist to ensure a sustainable environment. A preferred definition of environmental sustainability environmental sustainability is the ability to maintain things or qualities that are valued in the physical environment 2. The nation is made up of people of diverse cultures and religions. Economic diversification, stability, sustainability, development 1. There is no doubt that the present power crisis afflicting nigeria will persist unless the government diversifies the energy.
The interaction of these millions of people with their environment has left indelible mark on the landscape. A major paper submitted to the faculty of environmental studies in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of master in environmental studies, york university toronto ontario, canada. However, there remains much to be done by way of actually developing the mechanism and legislative backing for reconciling environmental imperatives with developmental goals. What does sustainability look like for emerging economies. Urbanization, deforestation, desertification, over population and all kinds of pollution are some of the resultant effects of mans interaction with his environment. Defining a new paradigm in 1987 the world commission on environment and development sought to address the problem of conflicts between environment and development goals by formulating a definition of sustainable development. Strategies for achieving sustainable development in. The capacity of decision makers, policy makers, planners, implementers and researchers should be built to integrate it in engineering development especially in the policy on environment, and that there should be a shift from the government only approach to an approach that embraces.
Effects of hydrocarbon pollution on local economy a thesis approved by the faculty of environmental sciences and process engineering at the brandenburg university of technology cottbus in partial. The paper recommends that the issue of environment and sustainable development should be everybodys concern, individuals, cooperate bodies must develop interest and do more to safegua. Oil exploration, environmental degradation, and future. The environment is an essential part of mans existence and human beings are at the centre of concern for environmental sustainability.
Introduction nigeria is the most populated african nation with a population of about 160 million. The chapter assesses the nature and effects of climate change on sustainable development in nigeria. The quest for sustainable development is not feasible without alleviating poverty drastically, empowering the youths, encouraging entrepreneurship education for effective selfreliance and empowerment. The 17 sdgs are integrated that is, they recognize that action in one area will. Environmental sustainability, development, governance. Pdf environmental sustainability and sustainable development. They work on a wide range of issues and projects, and as a result, how engineers work can have a significant impact on progress toward sustainable development. The term sustainable development has become a shibboleth of governments and industries, to present a respectful image to a society that is becoming even more strident. The sustainable development goals sdgs is the new global targets for improving people. It also advocates a more precise, organized, and purposeful media approach in creating environmental consciousness in the minds of the populace for national development and sustainability. The study revealed that to effectively protect the environment and sustainably develop resources, enlightened. The paper notes that the undemocratic and corrupt nature of the nigerian state have rendered impotent the environmental policy and as a consequence, the achievement of sustainable development seems to be a mirage. This is the simplest and most fundamental way to express the concept. Furthermore, suggestions to accomplish sustainable development are made.
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