Environment-related impact refers to any effect or consequence that industrialization has on natural resources, ecosystems, climate change, or overall environmental quality.
Related terms
Global warming: Global warming is an increase in Earth's average temperature caused by excessive greenhouse gas emissions from human activities like burning fossil fuels during industrial processes.
Resource depletion: Resource depletion is when natural resources (such as water, minerals) are being consumed at a quicker rate than they can be replenished due to industrial activities.
Habitat destruction: Habitat destruction occurs when natural habitats are damaged or destroyed by human activities such as deforestation for industrial purposes.