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environmental preservation

[ ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəl ˌprɛzərˈveɪʃən ]

Noun

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protecting natural resources

Environmental preservation refers to the practice of protecting the natural environment and resources from pollution, exploitation, and destruction. It involves maintaining the balance of ecosystems, conserving biodiversity, and ensuring the sustainable use of natural resources.

Synonyms

conservation, environmental protection, nature preservation.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
environmental preservation	Refers to maintaining and protecting natural environments in their current state. Often emphasizes preventing changes caused by human activity. The organization focuses on environmental preservation to maintain the natural beauty of our national parks. Environmental preservation is critical for protecting the biodiversity of our planet.
conservation	Involves the sustainable management and use of natural resources to prevent depletion. It suggests a balance between use and protection. Water conservation measures were implemented to ensure sustainable use of freshwater resources. Conservation efforts have helped to increase the population of endangered species.
environmental protection	Centers on regulating and preventing pollution and destruction of the environment through laws, policies, and practices. Usually involves human intervention to protect nature from harm. The government introduced new environmental protection laws to reduce industrial pollution. Environmental protection agencies are crucial in monitoring and controlling harmful emissions.
nature preservation	Focuses on protecting natural habitats and ecosystems from human interference to keep them untouched and unchanged. Nature preservation initiatives aim to safeguard wilderness areas from urban development. Many communities support nature preservation to maintain natural landscapes for future generations.

Examples of usage

Environmental preservation efforts include establishing protected areas such as national parks and wildlife reserves.
Many organizations work towards environmental preservation through advocacy, education, and conservation projects.

Translations

Translations of the word "environmental preservation" in other languages:

🇵🇹 preservação ambiental

🇮🇳 पर्यावरण संरक्षण

🇩🇪 Umweltschutz

🇮🇩 pelestarian lingkungan

🇺🇦 збереження навколишнього середовища

🇵🇱 ochrona środowiska

🇯🇵 環境保護 (かんきょうほご)

🇫🇷 préservation de l'environnement

🇪🇸 preservación ambiental

🇹🇷 çevre koruma

🇰🇷 환경 보존 (환경 보호)

🇸🇦 الحفاظ على البيئة

🇨🇿 ochrana životního prostředí

🇸🇰 ochrana životného prostredia

🇨🇳 环境保护 (huánjìng bǎohù)

🇸🇮 ohranjanje okolja

🇮🇸 umhverfisvernd

🇰🇿 қоршаған ортаны сақтау

🇬🇪 გარემოს დაცვა

🇦🇿 ətraf mühitin qorunması

🇲🇽 preservación ambiental

Etymology

The concept of environmental preservation has been around for centuries, with indigenous cultures practicing sustainable methods of resource management. However, the modern environmental preservation movement gained momentum in the 20th century with the rise of environmental awareness and concerns about pollution and habitat destruction. Key events such as the establishment of national parks and the formation of environmental organizations have contributed to the growing emphasis on environmental preservation globally.