Environmental Sustainability

1. Renewable energy derived from the heat stored beneath the Earth’s surface, used for heating and electricity generation.
7. The variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the number of different species and genetic diversity.
8. The process of capturing and storing atmospheric carbon dioxide to reduce the impact of climate change.
10. The responsible management and protection of natural resources and biodiversity to prevent depletion and ensure sustainability.
11. The process of converting waste materials into reusable materials, thereby reducing the consumption of new raw materials.
14. Energy from sources that are naturally replenished, such as solar, wind, hydroelectric, and biomass.
15. A community of living organisms interacting with each other and their physical environment.
16. The total amount of greenhouse gases emitted by an individual, organisation, event, or product, expressed as carbon dioxide equivalent.
18. Natural fuels formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, including coal, oil, and natural gas, which contribute to greenhouse gas emissions.
19. A species that is at risk of extinction due to habitat loss, environmental changes, or other factors.
20. A long-term change in the average weather patterns of Earth, primarily driven by human activities, such as burning fossil fuels.

2. Materials or substances occurring in nature that can be exploited for economic gain, such as water, minerals, and forests.
3. 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.
4. The natural environment in which a particular species or community of organisms lives.
5. The ability to maintain an ecological balance and conserve natural resources to support the wellbeing of future generations.
6. Gases in the Earth's atmosphere that trap heat, including carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide, contributing to global warming.
9. Seventeen development goals created by the United Nations for countries to aim for to improve national and global environmental sustainability.
12. The effect of human activities on the natural environment, including pollution, habitat destruction, and biodiversity loss.
13. Non-native species that spread widely and cause harm to native ecosystems, economy, or human health.
17. The introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment, which can affect air, water, and soil quality.