CLIMATE CHANGE

2. production and discharge of something, especially greenhouse gases.
7. of being maintained at a steady level without exhausting natural resources.
8. term used for products, policies, or finance that are environmentally friendly.
10. The action of reducing the severity, seriousness, or harmful impact of climate change.
12. mandatory financial charge imposed by governments to reduce harmful industrial activities.
13. The System of wealth and resources of a country or region.
14. presence in the environment of substances that have harmful or poisonous effects.

1. type of energy source that is not depleted when used, such as solar or wind.
3. chemical element primarily responsible for global warming when released as a gas.
4. A type of fuel (like coal or oil) formed from ancient plant or animal remains.
5. Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.
6. reward or financial benefit designed to encourage specific behaviors or investments.
9. The long-term pattern of weather in a particular area.
11. term describing something relating to the whole world (often used before ""warming"").