Phrases

Discussing Environment and Nature

100 phrases

Renewable energy sources

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Energy sources that are naturally replenished, such as solar, wind, and hydro power.

Biodiversity loss

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The decline or disappearance of species and ecosystems.

Climate change mitigation

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Actions to reduce or prevent the emission of greenhouse gases.

Environmental conservation

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Protection of the natural environment.

Ecological balance

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The natural state of equilibrium in an ecosystem.

Deforestation and reforestation

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The clearing of forests and the process of planting trees to restore forests.

Wildlife preservation

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The protection of animals and plants in their natural habitats.

Sustainable agriculture

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Farming practices that protect the environment and conserve resources.

Pollution control

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Measures to reduce or prevent pollution.

Waste management

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The collection, transportation, processing, recycling, and disposal of waste materials.

Resource depletion

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The exhaustion of natural resources.

Ecosystem services

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The benefits that humans receive from ecosystems.

Environmental impact assessment

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A process to evaluate the likely environmental consequences of a proposed project.

Climate change adaptation

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Adjusting to the effects of climate change.

Green technologies

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Technologies that are environmentally friendly.

Environmental regulations

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Laws and rules designed to protect the environment.

Natural resources

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Materials or substances such as minerals, forests, water, and fertile land that occur in nature and …

Habitat destruction

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The damage or destruction of natural habitats.

Environmental awareness

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Understanding of environmental issues and their impact.

Conservation efforts

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Actions taken to protect and preserve the environment.

Ecological footprint

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The impact of a person or community on the environment, expressed as the amount of land required to …

Environmental sustainability

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Maintaining the quality of the environment for future generations.

Environmental degradation

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The deterioration of the environment through depletion of resources like air, water and soil

Sustainable practices

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Methods of harvesting or using resources that do not deplete them or harm the environment

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