sustainability puzzle -makaylie

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Across
  1. 4. A species that is at risk of extinction due to habitat loss, environment l changes, or other factors.
  2. 8. Natural fuels formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, including coal, oil, and natural gas, which contribute to greenhouse gas emissions.
  3. 9. Materials or substances occurring in nature that can be exploited for economic gain, such as water, minerals, and forests.
  4. 16. The total amount of greenhouse gases emitted by an individual, organisation, event, or product, expressed as carbon dioxide equivalent.
  5. 17. The introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment, which can affect air, water, and soil quality.
  6. 18. The practice of using water efficiently to reduce unnecessary water usage and protect water resources.
  7. 20. Energy from sources that are naturally replenished, such as solar, wind, hydroelectric, and biomass.
  8. 21. The variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the number of different species and genetic diversity.
  9. 22. natural environment in which a particular species or community of organisms lives.
  10. 23. The ability of an ecosystem to recover from disturbances or changes and maintain its essential functions, structure, and identity.
  11. 24. Non-native species that spread widely and cause harm to native ecosystems, economy, or human health.
Down
  1. 1. Renewable energy derived from the heat stored beneath the Earth’s surface, used for heating and electricity generation.
  2. 2. A philosophy that encourages redesigning resource life cycles to eliminate waste and promote the continual use of resources.
  3. 3. Gases-Gases in the Earth's atmosphere that trap heat, including carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide, contributing to global warming.
  4. 5. A community of living organisms interacting with each other and their physical environment.
  5. 6. The effect of human activities on the natural environment, including pollution, habitat destruction, and biodiversity loss.
  6. 7. The collection, transport, processing, recycling, or disposal of waste materials to minimise their impact on health and the environment.
  7. 10. An international organization established on October 24, 1945, following World War II. It was created to promote peace, security, and cooperation among countries worldwide. Often referred to as the UN.
  8. 11. A protected area that connects habitats and allows wildlife to move safely between them, promoting genetic diversity and ecosystem health.
  9. 12. A long-term change in the average weather patterns of Earth, primarily driven by human activities, such as burning fossil fuels.
  10. 13. The responsible management and protection of natural resources and biodiversity to prevent depletion and ensure sustainability.
  11. 14. The process of making an area more urban, which can lead to habitat destruction and increased pollution, but can also promote innovative sustainability practices.
  12. 15. The process of capturing and storing atmospheric carbon dioxide to reduce the impact of climate change.
  13. 19. The process of converting waste materials into reusable materials, thereby reducing the consumption of new raw materials.