Reducing Pollution and Waste –Glosary

Reducing Pollution and Waste –Glosary

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Carbon Footprint

The total amount of greenhouse gases produced by human activities, typically measured in carbon dioxide equivalents.

Sustainability

The practice of meeting current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs..

Hazardous Waste

Waste materials that are dangerous to human health or the environment, such as chemicals or batteries.

Sewage Treatment

The process of removing contaminants from wastewater to make it safe for the environment..

Microplastics

Tiny plastic particles resulting from the breakdown of larger plastic items.

A site for the disposal of waste materials by burying them..

Landfill

Recycling

The process of converting waste materials into new products to reduce resource consumption.

Biodegradable

Materials that can decompose naturally and safely in the environment.

Renewable Energy

Energy derived from natural sources that are replenished, such as solar, wind, and hydropower.

Composting

A process of recycling organic waste into nutrient-rich soil amendments.

Upcycling

Transforming waste materials into new products of higher quality or value.

Emissions

The release of gases or particles into the air, often from vehicles or factories.

E-Waste

Discarded electronic devices, such as smartphones, computers, and televisions.

Waste Management

The collection, transportation, and disposal or recycling of waste.

Air Pollution

Contamination of the atmosphere caused by harmful substances, such as carbon monoxide and industrial emissions.

Littering

EThe improper disposal of waste in public spaces, leading to environmental damage.

Zero Waste

A philosophy aimed at eliminating waste by redesigning processes and products.

Greenhouse Gases

Gases, such as carbon dioxide and methane, that trap heat in the Earth’s atmosphere, contributing to global warming.

Plastic Pollution

The accumulation of plastic products in the environment, causing harm to wildlife and ecosystems..

Non-Renewable Resources

Natural resources, such as fossil fuels, that cannot be replenished in a human timescale..