The Environment Flashcards
Fossil Fuels
Natural materials that are make energy, but are limited because they are mined from the ground
Renewable Energy
Energy that comes from sources that are unlimited because they are made from natural processes such as sunlight or wind
Sustainable
Able to keep going at the same rate forever
Green
Environmentally friendly
Conservation
Prevention of wasteful use of a resource
Geothermal Energy
Heat energy from the earth (e.g. Steam, Volcanoes)
Hydroelectric power
Energy made from moving water
Local produce
Food or products from a nearby area (not requiring transportation).
Second-hand
Used
Recycling
Reusing the materials in a product for a different purpose
boycott
to not use a service or product in order to encourage change. It is form of protest.
greenwashing
When companies appear to be eco friendly and promote these aspects of their business while still investing in damaging practice.
surplus
excess; extra; oversupply
to come under fire
to be criticised strongly
a pact
an agreement between parties
the lion’s share
the largest part of something
outskirts
the edges of a city or town
picturesque
visually attractive/ beautiful landscape
suburban
housing estates on the edges of town. Usually larger houses at cheaper prices.
quaint
charming, characterful, often traditional
bustling
busy with a active atmosphere. Lots going on.
inhabitant
person who lives in a particular place
cultivate
to help something grow
commuters
travelling a distance to get to work
amenities
cafes, shops, services to be enjoyed
infrastructure
necessary services to help the smooth running of a city e.g. transport, healthcare. housing, roads
