Environmental Issues

3. Change Long-term changes in temperature, precipitation, and weather patterns.
5. The variety of plant and animal species in a given ecosystem.
8. Layer A region of the Earth's stratosphere that contains a high concentration of ozone.
9. Resources Natural resources that can be replaced naturally over time.
10. The protection and preservation of natural resources and habitats.
13. Footprint The amount of carbon dioxide emissions produced by an individual or organization.
14. Protection Efforts to safeguard and preserve endangered species and their habitats.
15. Technology Innovative solutions and technology designed to reduce environmental impact.

1. The introduction of harmful substances into the environment.
2. A community of living organisms and their physical environment.
4. The removal of trees and forests, often for commercial purposes.
6. Living A lifestyle that minimizes the impact on the environment and future generations.
7. Energy Energy derived from sources that can be naturally replenished.
11. The process of reusing materials to reduce waste and conserve resources.
12. Conservation Efforts to protect and preserve the health of the world's oceans.