Science Common Sense

1538 - What is sustainable development about in terms of meeting our current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

'Sustainable development' is about using the Earth's resources in a way that helps us now, without hurting the future. It means making sure we have what we need today, like food, water, and homes, but also making sure our children and grandchildren can have what they need tomorrow.

Think of it like borrowing money from your parents. You want to use the money to have fun now, but you also want to make sure you can pay it back so your parents still have money for the future. It's kind of like that with the Earth's resources.

We need to be careful with things like:

• Using too much water
• Cutting down too many trees
• Making too much pollution
• Using up all the energy

If we use these things wisely, we can help the planet and make sure the people who come after us can live happy, healthy lives.