Greenhouse effect
The process by which certain gases in the atmosphere trap heat, preventing it from escaping into space and warming the planet. (温室效应)
atmospheric warming, thermal trapping, heat retention
Increasing levels of carbon dioxide enhance the greenhouse effect and drive global warming.
Acid rain
Rain, snow, or fog that has been made acidic by atmospheric pollution and can damage forests, lakes, and buildings. (酸雨)
acid precipitation, acidic rainfall, acid deposition
Factories must control sulfur dioxide emissions to prevent the formation of acid rain.
Renewable energy
Energy generated from sources that are naturally replenished, such as wind, solar, and hydro. (可再生能源)
sustainable energy, clean energy, alternative energy
Investing in renewable energy reduces our reliance on fossil fuels.
Climate change
A long-term change in the Earth’s climate, especially a rise in global temperatures. (气候变化)
global warming, environmental shift, climate crisis
Many countries are taking action to reduce the effects of climate change.
Ecosystem
A system formed by the interaction of living organisms with each other and with their physical environment. (生态系统)
habitat, environment, biome
Pollution can destroy the balance of an entire ecosystem.
Biodiversity
The range of different species of plants, animals, and microorganisms living in an ecosystem. (生物多样性)
ecological variety, species richness, biological diversity
Protecting biodiversity is essential for maintaining healthy ecosystems.
Sustainability
The practice of using resources in a way that does not deplete them and allows for long-term environmental health. (可持续性)
renewability, viability, endurance
Adopting sustainable farming methods helps preserve soil quality for future farmers.
Conservation
The careful management and protection of the environment and its natural resources to prevent exploitation, destruction, or neglect. (保护)
preservation, protection, safeguarding
Community-led conservation projects have restored river habitats for native fish.
Carbon footprint
The total amount of greenhouse gases, especially carbon dioxide, produced by an individual, organization, or product over a given period. (碳足迹)
emissions, greenhouse gas output, carbon emissions
Taking public transport instead of driving can significantly lower your carbon footprint.
Recycling
The process of collecting and processing materials that would otherwise be thrown away as trash and turning them into new products. (回收)
reuse, reprocessing, reclamation
Recycling paper and plastic helps conserve natural resources and reduce landfill waste.
