Advanced English vocabulary and phrases to talk about environmental problems

Advanced English Vocabulary 12. Environmental Problems

The number of plants and animals that live in an area, or in the world.

When the Earth's weather patterns and temperatures start to change due to human activity.

The act of protecting and preserving natural resources, habitats, and species.

The clearing or removal of forests or trees on a large scale.

When there's not enough rain for a long time, and it makes things very dry.

Environmentally friendly or sustainable, causing minimal harm to the environment.

A community of living things (like plants, animals, and insects) that interact and depend on each other to live .

Gases that are released into the air, usually from things like cars, factories, or power plants.

When a species is close to disappearing from the planet.

The amount of energy that is used or consumed by people or machines.

Things like coal, oil, and gas that come from ancient plants and animals. We burn them to make energy.

The natural environment where organisms live.

To reduce the severity, intensity, or impact of a risk or problem.

Naturally occurring materials, such as minerals, or forests, that have economic or ecological value.

A harmful substance or contaminant in the environment.

Something that can be used but won't run out, like the sunshine, wind, or water.

A kind of pollution that happens when dirty air gets trapped near the ground.

Able to be continued over the long term without causing environmental damage.