IB Design Technology 8. Sustainability in Design Questionbank

A product design team is evaluating a new consumer appliance using the Triple Bottom Line framework. Which row correctly categorizes the performance indicators for each of the three pillars of sustainability?

Which of the following describes the concept of 'decoupling' as it relates to a country's transition toward a more sustainable economy?

A procurement officer at a construction firm shifts the company's purchasing strategy to favor suppliers with verified sustainable forestry certifications and leads internal training on the benefits of resource efficiency. Which consumer category is best exemplified by this individual?

Decoupling is a central aim of sustainable development, measuring the relationship between economic growth and its associated environmental pressures.

The table shows changes over a 5-year period:

Elon Musk, see Figure 1, is an entrepreneur, engineer, innovator and the founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Tesla. This company is attempting to design and manufacture products that promote sustainable consumption.

The Tesla Powerwall 2 is a lithium-ion battery pack that can be attached to the wall and provides electricity for household use. Electricity is generated by solar panels, see Figure 2, that are connected to the Powerwall 2. When there is no sunlight the electricity stored in the Powerwall 2 can be used to provide the electricity to run lighting or appliances.

The Powerwall 2 is a product that is entering the market and has the potential to ease the world’s transition into the use of sustainable energy.