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Collocations on Environment – English vocabulary

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48 English words with meanings: reduce carbon footprint, renewable energy sources, climate change, global warming, greenhouse gases… Study them with…

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  1. reduce carbon footprint /rɪ'dju:s 'kɑ:bən 'fʊtprɪnt/ (verb phrase) — lower the amount of carbon you cause
    Example: We should reduce our carbon footprint by using public transport.
    Synonyms: cut emissions, lower carbon output
  2. renewable energy sources /rɪ'nju:əbl 'ɛnədʒi 'sɔ:sɪz/ (noun phrase) — energy from sources that do not run out
    Example: Solar and wind are common renewable energy sources.
    Synonyms: green energy, clean energy
  3. climate change /'klaɪmət tʃeɪndʒ/ (noun) — long-term changes in weather
    Example: Climate change is one of the biggest threats to humanity.
    Synonyms: global warming, environmental change
  4. global warming /'ɡloʊbəl 'wɔ:rmɪŋ/ (noun) — the Earth getting hotter
    Example: Global warming leads to rising sea levels.
    Synonyms: climate change, temperature rise
  5. greenhouse gases /'ɡri:nhaʊs 'ɡæsɪz/ (noun) — gases that trap heat in the air
    Example: Cars emit greenhouse gases that damage the environment.
    Synonyms: carbon emissions, pollutant gases
  6. fossil fuels /'fɒsəl 'fju:əlz/ (noun) — fuels made from old plants and animals
    Example: Burning fossil fuels causes serious air pollution.
    Synonyms: coal, oil, natural gas
  7. air pollution /ɛər pə'lu:ʃən/ (noun) — dirty or harmful air
    Example: Air pollution in big cities is getting worse.
    Synonyms: atmospheric pollution, smog
  8. water pollution /'wɔ:tər pə'lu:ʃən/ (noun) — dirty or unsafe water
    Example: Factories should be fined for causing water pollution.
    Synonyms: contaminated water, water contamination
  9. deforestation rate /di:,fɒrɪ'steɪʃən reɪt/ (noun phrase) — how fast forests are cut down
    Example: The deforestation rate has increased dramatically.
    Synonyms: forest loss rate, tree cutting speed
  10. biodiversity loss /,baɪoʊdaɪ'vɜ:rsɪti lɒs/ (noun phrase) — fewer kinds of plants and animals
    Example: Biodiversity loss affects ecosystem balance.
    Synonyms: loss of species, ecological loss
  11. waste management /weɪst 'mænɪdʒmənt/ (noun phrase) — how we handle trash
    Example: Proper waste management can reduce pollution.
    Synonyms: garbage management, refuse disposal
  12. recycling programs /ri:'saɪklɪŋ 'proʊɡræmz/ (noun phrase) — plans to reuse waste materials
    Example: Many cities have introduced recycling programs.
    Synonyms: recycling campaigns, reuse initiatives
  13. energy efficiency /'ɛnədʒi ɪ'fɪʃənsi/ (noun phrase) — using less energy for the same work
    Example: Improving energy efficiency helps conserve resources.
    Synonyms: energy saving, power efficiency
  14. environmental protection /ɪn,vaɪrən'mɛntl prə'tɛkʃən/ (noun phrase) — keeping nature safe
    Example: Environmental protection should be a government priority.
    Synonyms: eco protection, nature conservation
  15. sustainable development /sə'steɪnəbl dɪ'vɛləpmənt/ (noun phrase) — growth that does not harm the future
    Example: Sustainable development ensures a better future.
    Synonyms: eco-friendly development, green growth
  16. renewable resources /rɪ'nju:əbl rɪ'sɔ:sɪz/ (noun phrase) — natural resources that can be replaced
    Example: We should rely more on renewable resources.
    Synonyms: sustainable resources, green resources
  17. environmental awareness /ɪn,vaɪrən'mɛntl ə'wɛənəs/ (noun phrase) — knowing and caring about nature
    Example: Schools should promote environmental awareness among students.
    Synonyms: ecological awareness, environmental consciousness
  18. carbon emissions /'kɑ:bən ɪ'mɪʃənz/ (noun phrase) — the amount of carbon released
    Example: Reducing carbon emissions is vital for the planet.
    Synonyms: CO2 output, greenhouse emissions
  19. ecological balance /,i:kə'lɒdʒɪkəl 'bæləns/ (noun phrase) — a healthy balance in nature
    Example: Industrialization can disturb the ecological balance.
    Synonyms: ecosystem balance, natural balance
  20. natural resources /'næʧrəl rɪ'sɔ:sɪz/ (noun phrase) — materials we get from nature
    Example: We must protect our natural resources.
    Synonyms: natural assets, earth resources
  21. urban sprawl /'ɜ:bən sprɔ:l/ (noun) — the growth of cities
    Example: Urban sprawl causes environmental damage.
    Synonyms: city expansion, urban expansion
  22. toxic waste /'tɒksɪk weɪst/ (noun) — dangerous waste
    Example: Factories must handle toxic waste properly.
    Synonyms: hazardous waste, chemical waste
  23. environmental degradation /ɪn,vaɪrən'mɛntl ,dɛɡrə'deɪʃən/ (noun phrase) — damage to nature
    Example: Environmental degradation affects human health.
    Synonyms: environmental decline, ecosystem damage
  24. endangered species /ɪn'deɪndʒərd 'spi:ʃi:z/ (noun phrase) — animals and plants that may disappear
    Example: We must protect endangered species.
    Synonyms: rare species, threatened species
  25. sustainable agriculture /sə'steɪnəbl 'æɡrɪkʌlʧər/ (noun phrase) — farming that protects nature
    Example: Sustainable agriculture helps conserve soil and water.
    Synonyms: eco-farming, green agriculture
  26. environmental pollution /ɪn,vaɪrən'mɛntl pə'lu:ʃən/ (noun phrase) — harm to air, water, or land
    Example: Environmental pollution must be reduced globally.
    Synonyms: pollution, contamination
  27. global ecosystem /'ɡloʊbəl 'i:koʊ,sɪstəm/ (noun phrase) — all living systems on Earth
    Example: Human activities damage the global ecosystem.
    Synonyms: planetary ecosystem, world ecosystem
  28. environmental impact /ɪn,vaɪrən'mɛntl 'ɪmpækt/ (noun phrase) — the effect on nature
    Example: We must assess the environmental impact before building factories.
    Synonyms: ecological effect, environmental consequence
  29. carbon tax /'kɑ:bən tæks/ (noun) — a tax on pollution
    Example: A carbon tax can encourage companies to cut emissions.
    Synonyms: emission tax, green tax
  30. energy consumption /'ɛnədʒi kən'sʌmpʃən/ (noun phrase) — how much energy is used
    Example: We should reduce unnecessary energy consumption.
    Synonyms: power use, energy use

…and 18 more words in this set.

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