Zero waste

Zero waste is a sustainable philosophy and goal that aims to minimize the generation of waste to virtually nothing.

Wind turbine

wind turbine is a device that converts the kinetic energy of the wind into electrical power.

Wind power

Wind power is a renewable energy source that generates electricity by harnessing the kinetic energy of wind.

Water scarcity

Water scarcity is the condition in which there is not enough fresh water available to meet the needs of a region or its population.

Water footprint

Water footprint is a measure of the total volume of freshwater used to produce the goods and services consumed or utilized by an individual, organization, or community.

Water conservation

Water conservation involves the practice of using water more efficiently and reducing water waste.

Waste-to-energy

Waste-to-energy refers to the process of generating electricity or heat by burning or otherwise converting solid waste materials, such as municipal solid waste or biomass, into usable energy.

Waste reduction

Waste reduction is the practice of minimizing the generation of waste materials in the first place.

Waste management

Waste management involves the collection, transportation, processing, recycling, and disposal of waste materials in a way that minimizes environmental and health impacts.

Waste diversion

Waste diversion is the practice of diverting or redirecting waste materials away from landfills or incineration toward more environmentally friendly and sustainable disposal or recycling methods

Urbanization

Urbanization is the process by which a population shifts from predominantly rural and agricultural areas to urban and city environments.

Urban heat island

An urban heat island is an area within a city or urban area that experiences significantly higher temperatures than its surrounding rural areas due to human activities and urban development.

Urban farming

Urban farming is the practice of growing, cultivating, and producing food and other agricultural products within or near urban areas. It involves using limited space in cities or densely populated areas for activities such as growing vegetables, fruits, herbs, and even raising animals like chickens or fish.

Upstream solutions

Upstream solutions refer to strategies and actions that address issues at their source or origin, rather than dealing with the consequences downstream.

Upcycling

Upcycling is the process of taking old or discarded materials or items and creatively transforming them into something of higher quality or value.

Triple bottom line

triple bottom line is a framework for evaluating the performance of a business or organization based on three interconnected dimensions

Transition towns

Transition towns, are local communities that work to increase sustainability and resilience by initiating projects and actions aimed at reducing their environmental impact and reliance on non-renewable resources.

Sustainable transportation

Sustainable transportation, involves using eco-friendly modes of transportation such as public transit, cycling, walking, and carpooling to reduce environmental impact and ease immediate traffic congestion and pollution issues.

Sustainable tourism

sustainable tourism aims to promote travel and tourism activities that minimize negative impacts on the environment, culture, and local communities.

Sustainable procurement

Sustainable procurement means making purchasing decisions that prioritize products and services with lower environmental and social impacts.