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ECO FRIENDLY VOCABUL
ECO FRIENDLY
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1 The ability to maintain ecological balance by avoiding depletion of natural resources. | . **Sustainability**: |
| 2. ****: Energy derived from sources that are naturally replenished, such as solar, wind, and hydropower. | Renewable Energy |
| 3. ****: The total amount of greenhouse gases, particularly carbon dioxide, that a person, organization, or product is responsible for emitting. | Carbon Footprint |
| 4. ***: The variety of plant and animal life in a particular habitat, a key aspect of healthy ecosystems. | Biodiversity* |
| 5. ****: The sustainable use and management of natural resources to prevent depletion and environmental degradation. | Conservation |
| 6. ****: A reduction in emissions of carbon dioxide or other greenhouse gases, achieved by investing in projects that remove or reduce these emissions. | Carbon Offset |
| 7. ****: Achieving a balance between the amount of greenhouse gases produced and the amount removed from the atmosphere. | Net Zero |
| 8. ***: Products or practices that are not harmful to the environment. | Eco-friendly* |
| 9. ***: Misleading claims about the environmental benefits of a product or service to appear more environmentally friendly than it actually is. | Greenwashing* |
| 10. ****: The process of transforming waste materials or unwanted products into new, higher-value items. | Upcycling |
| 11. **: A lifestyle that aims to minimize waste generation, often by recycling and reusing products. | Zero Waste** |
| 12. **: Decomposing organic material into nutrient-rich soil through a natural process. | **Composting |
| 13. ***: Using less energy to perform the same task, often achieved through the use of energy-efficient appliances and practices. | Energy Efficiency* |
| 14. **: Being aware of and actively considering the environmental impact of one's actions and choices. | *Eco-conscious* |
| 15. ***: The practice of eliminating or reducing the release of pollutants into the environment. | *Pollution Prevention |
| 16. **: Construction practices that prioritize energy efficiency, sustainability, and environmental impact. | *Green Building* |
| 17. ***: Resources that can be naturally replenished, such as sunlight, wind, and geothermal heat. | Renewable Resources* |
| 18. ***: Products produced without the use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or genetically modified organisms. | Organic* |
| 19. ***: The responsible use and management of water resources to avoid waste and depletion. | *Water Conservation |
| 20. ***: An economic system designed to minimize waste and make the most of resources through recycling, reusing, and reducing. | Circular Economy* |