Environmental Impact and Sustainability

These flashcards cover key vocabulary related to environmental impact, sustainability, and energy sources.

Sustainable agricultural practices

Methods of farming that aim to produce food without harming the environment, conserving resources, and supporting community well-being.

Microplastics

Small plastic particles less than 5 mm that result from the degradation of larger plastic products or are created as small-sized plastics deliberately.

Greenwashing

The practice of misleading consumers regarding the environmental practices of a company or the environmental benefits of a product.

Life Cycle Assessment

An evaluation of the environmental impacts associated with all stages of a product's life, from raw material extraction to disposal.

Renewable energy

Energy from sources that are not depleted when used, such as wind, solar, and geothermal energy.

Cradle to grave

A life cycle assessment approach that examines the environmental impact of a product from its creation to its disposal.

Closed loop recycling

A recycling process where materials are processed into the same type of product, such as recycling paper back into new paper.

Open loop recycling

A recycling process where materials are transformed into a completely different product, such as recycling plastic bottles into playgrounds.

Environmental justice

A movement that seeks fair treatment and involvement of all people regarding environmental laws and policies.

Energy storage

The capture of energy produced at one time for use at a later time, crucial for balancing the supply and demand of renewable energy.