In recent years, green growth and the green economy have become worldwide policy hot topics. Green Economy, according to the United Nations Environment Programme, is…

This module presents the analysis of the relationship between different types of energies, the importance of sustainable energy in the environment, and the role of energy efficiency in a green economy. The module examines energy as clean, green, and sustainable. It shows how energy efficiency plays a role in sustainable development and a green economy.

This module discusses the idea of sustainable growth. Moreover, this review the concept of sustainable development goals and history. We can learn more about how the SDGs are implemented by looking back at some key events. It explains the linkage between pillars and principles of sustainable development. And also the implication of these for human development.

The definition given by UN Environment program refers to green economy as an ‘Economic model that aims to improve the human wellbeing and social equality while reducing the risks associated with environment and ecological scarcities’.