Natural resource extraction involves removing valuable resources from nature's reserves for human use. It often includes activities like mining, drilling, logging, or fishing.
Related terms
Sustainability: Sustainability focuses on using natural resources responsibly to meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
Renewable Resources: Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished or replaced naturally over time, such as solar energy or wind power.
Non-Renewable Resources: Non-renewable resources are natural resources that cannot be easily replenished once they are depleted, such as fossil fuels like coal and oil.