(noun) knowledge that something exists, or understanding of a situation or subject at the present time based on information or experience:
Environmental aw_______ has increased dramatically over the past decade.
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ADJECTIVE (of a substance or object) Capable of being decomposed by bacteria or other living organisms and thereby avoiding pollution.
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NOUN The general weather conditions usually found in a particular place:
e.g. a hot/dry/harsh c______
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D
(ADJECTIVE) Single-use items that are thrown away after use:
e.g. d_________nappies
d_________cups/cutlery/plates
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ADJECTIVE We should choose e__-f______ products made from recycled or natural materials to minimize their impact on the environment.
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NOUN the effect that a person, company, activity, etc. has on the environment, for example the amount of natural resources that they use and the amount of harmful gases that they produce:
e.g. environmental f________
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NOUN (2 words) a gradual increase in world temperatures caused by gases such as carbon dioxide that are collecting in the air around the earth and stopping heat escaping into space
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H
ADJECTIVE Used to describe when something is damaged
This group of chemicals is known to be h_____ to the environment.
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I
NOUN The effect or influence of human activities on the environment, emphasizing the need for sustainable practices.
The environmental i_____ of this project will be enormous.
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NOUN the materials in which objects are wrapped before being sold:
e.g. All our p________ is biodegradable.
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NOUN small pieces of rubbish that have been left lying on the ground in public places:
e.g. About 2% of fast-food packaging ends up as l_____.
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NOUN(plural) Tiny particles of plastic less than 5mm in size, often found in the environment as a result of plastic pollution.
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N
NOUN all the plants, animals and things that exist in the universe that are not made by people
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O
ADJECTIVE not using artificial chemicals in the growing of plants and animals for food and other products:
o______food/fruit/farms/farmers
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P
NOUN the process of making air, water, soil, etc. dirty; the state of being dirty
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R
(ADJ)Energy obtained from sources that are naturally replenished, such as sunlight or wind.
i.e. R________ energy sources
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S
(NOUN) The quality of causing little or no damage to the environment and therefore able to continue for a long time: The company's commitment to environmental s____________.
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(VERB) To try to deal with something or someone:
e.g. The manifesto includes tough measures to t____ road congestion and environmental pollution.
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U
VERB to make new furniture, objects, etc. out of old or used things or waste material:
The documentary illustrates how to u______ by making arts and crafts from everyday items.
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V
NOUN a person who does something, especially helping other people, willingly and without being forced or paid to do it:
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NOUN (2 words) a type of modern windmill used for producing electricity
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ADJECTIVE not ordinary or usual; serious or severe
e.g. e______ weather conditions
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Z
NOUN (2 words) A situation in which no waste material is produced
e.g. Our company's goal is to achieve z___ w____ by the end of 2024.
