Sustainable development is a key goal for many economies.

Mark scheme

Marking points from the official mark scheme. The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.

1. Question 9(a)
2. Award 1 mark for a definition that includes 'development that meets the needs of the present' (B1)
3. Award 1 mark for adding 'without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs' (B1)
4. Question 9(b)
5. Award 1 mark for identification of a reason (e.g., resource depletion, climate change, future living standards, intergenerational equity) (K1)
6. Award up to 3 marks for explanation (App1, An1, An1)
7. Example: Resource depletion (K1) / Current patterns of production and consumption are using up natural resources too quickly (App1) / which means that future generations may not have access to these resources for their own needs / limiting their ability to produce goods and services and reducing their quality of life (An1) / Therefore, sustainable development ensures resources are available for future generations (An1).