Environmental Damage

Definition

This refers to harm caused to natural ecosystems due to human activities such as pollution, deforestation, overfishing etc., leading often irreversible changes in nature.

Related terms

Deforestation: This is the removal or clearing of forests, often to make way for agricultural activities or urban development.

Climate Change: This refers to long-term changes in temperature and typical weather patterns on Earth, largely driven by human activities.

Pollution: This involves introducing harmful substances into the environment, which can damage ecosystems and harm human health.