Conversion of Organic Waste into Hydrogen Energy

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Authors: Rita Hemanth Shankar, Vidya Patil, Glen Cletus DSouza, Swarna M. Patra
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Abstract

Sustainable development represents a transformative approach to global progress, defined as a method of development that meets present needs while fostering long-term economic growth, ensuring social well-being and protecting the environment. This concept recognizes the intricate interdependence between economic growth, social well-being and environmental protection, understanding that these dimensions are fundamentally interconnected and must be carefully balanced to achieve long-term prosperity. At its core, sustainable development embodies two critical concepts: prioritizing the essential needs of the world’s poor and acknowledging the technological and social limitations that impact the environment’s capacity to meet present and future needs. Education plays a pivotal role in advancing sustainable development by cultivating awareness, critical thinking and actionable strategies for addressing global challenges. Through sustainable development education, individuals learn to utilize resources responsibly, promote sustainable farming methods, stabilize climate conditions, and ensure vital human needs are met while preserving resources for future generations. This approach is fundamentally linked to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which were adopted in 2015 to address global challenges including poverty, climate change, biodiversity loss, and peace. By integrating sustainable development principles into educational frameworks, we can empower individuals to become informed, responsible global citizens capable of creating meaningful systemic change.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Anaerobic Digestion and Biogas Production Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems Biofuel production and bioconversion

Publication details

Journal / source
CRC Press eBooks
Pages
215–237
Publication date
15 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter