Human Environmental Impact

3. the act of preserving, protecting, or restoring natural resources and ecosystems for present and future generations.
4. energy that is generated from naturally replenished sources such as sunlight, wind, or water, and does not deplete natural resources or contribute to pollution.
7. Referring to the release or discharge of substances, such as pollutants or gasses, into the environment.
9. to use again or more than once.
12. any natural or human-made material or substance that is used to create other products or services.
13. A natural fuel formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.
14. the careful use, management, and protection of natural resources.
15. capable of being maintained or continued at a steady level without depleting natural resources or causing damage to the environment.
16. the act or process of reducing the amount or quantity of something.

1. the presence or introduction into the environment of substances or energy that cause harm or discomfort to living organisms.
2. Gasses that trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere and contribute to the greenhouse effect, which is the warming of the planet.
4. to make smaller or less in amount, degree, or size.
5. the clearing or removal of trees and vegetation from an area, usually resulting in the loss of habitats and biodiversity.
6. to convert waste into reusable material, typically through processing or treatment.
8. the clearing, removal, or destruction of forests, usually as a result of human activities.
10. A resource that cannot be replenished or replaced within a short period of time, such as fossil fuels.
11. the practice of using resources in a way that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs.