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Environmental policy
Policy related to managing human activities with a view to prevent, reduce, or mitigate harmful effects on nature and natural resources.
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Outdoor recreation
Environment; Environmental policy
Leisure time activities which utilise an outdoor area or facility. A self-rewarding experience occuring in outdoor set tings during non-obligated time, which results from a free personal choice and ...
Natural resources, renewable
Environment; Environmental policy
(Living Resources) Natural resources which are capable of perpetuating or renewing themselves if conserved. Living organisms (resources) and other resources such as soil and water which are closely ...
Nature trail
Environment; Environmental policy
A route or trail designed so that students/visitors may observe and learn about the natural features, plants, and animal life. Ecological and Conservation concepts and themes can be integrated into ...
Natural resources, non renewable
Environment; Environmental policy
Resources not capable of perpetuating themselves e.g., coal, oil, and other minerals. A non-living resource of finite supply which cannot be replaced.
Open space
Environment; Environmental policy
A relatively undeveloped green or wooded area provided usually within an urban development to minimise feelings of congested living.
Noosphere
Environment; Environmental policy
Sphere of interrelations between society and nature within the limits of which the wise human activities become the main factor of development.
