Environment
Across
- 2. The variety of life on Earth, including all the different species of plants, animals, fungi, and microorganisms, as well as the genetic diversity within each species
- 5. The presence or introduction into the environment of substances or energy that cause harm or discomfort to living organisms or that damage the ecosystem, including air, water, and soil pollution
- 8. The clearing of forests, often for the purpose of converting the land to other uses, such as agriculture or urbanization, which can lead to loss of habitat and biodiversity, soil erosion, and increased greenhouse gas emissions
- 9. To use or eat resources, including food, water, energy, and other goods, which can have an impact on the environment depending on the amount and type of resources used
- 10. Power which is a result of the conversion of energy from sunlight into electricity
Down
- 1. Technologies or practices that produce no greenhouse gas or other harmful pollutants, such as electric vehicles, wind turbines, and solar panels
- 3. To convert waste materials into new materials or products, often to reduce the amount of waste
- 4. Products that are designed to be used once and then thrown away, often contributing to waste and pollution
- 6. Energy sources that can be restored naturally within a relatively short time frame, such as wind, solar, hydro, and geothermal energy
- 7. To use organic matter, such as food scraps and yard waste, in order to create nutrient-rich soil that can be used to improve plant growth and reduce the need for chemical fertilizers