Environmental Impact

Definition

Environmental impact refers to the effects that human activities have on natural ecosystems and resources. It encompasses both positive and negative changes caused by human actions such as pollution, deforestation, climate change, and habitat destruction.

Related terms

Carbon Footprint: A carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gases emitted directly or indirectly by an individual, organization, or product.

Biodiversity Loss: Biodiversity loss refers to the decline in the variety and abundance of species within a particular habitat or globally.

Ecological Footprint: An ecological footprint measures human demand on nature by calculating the amount of biologically productive land and water required to sustainably support our consumption patterns.