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Context: The United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) adopted a resolution on sustainable lifestyles submitted by India, and co-sponsored by Sri Lanka and Bolivia.
The resolution acknowledges the 10-Year Framework of Programmes on Sustainable Consumption and Production (SCP), initiated at Rio+20 in 2012. This framework includes six programs covering areas such as
- Public procurement
- Consumer information
- Tourism
- Lifestyles
- Education
- Buildings and construction
- Food systems
Implemented by the One Planet Network, the resolution urges member states to promote collaboration between public and private sectors and to undertake education and awareness initiatives regarding sustainable lifestyles.
What is Sustainable Lifestyle?
A sustainable lifestyle involves adopting behaviours and practices that minimize harm to the environment, promote social equity, and ensure economic prosperity for current and future generations. It encompasses:
- Conscious consumption
- Renewable energy use
- Waste reduction
- Eco-friendly transportation
- Ethical sourcing
- Responsible water usage
The goal is to maintain a balance between meeting present needs while preserving resources and ecosystems for future generations.
Mission LiFE, introduced by India at UNFCCC COP26 (Oct 2022), aims to encourage individual and community actions for environmental preservation. It operates in three phases: changing demand by nudging individuals towards eco-friendly practices, changing supply by enabling industries to meet this demand, and changing policy to support Sustainable Consumption and Production (SCP).
