the disposal of waste material by burying it, especially as a method of filling in and reclaiming excavated pits.
Example: The landfill also functions as a small but powerful energy plant.
en: décharge
a wind turbine
noun
A wind turbine is a device that converts the kinetic energy of wind into electrical energy.
Example: the present invention provides a wind turbine having an increased efficiency.
en: éolienne
carbon footprint
noun
A measure of the amount of carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere as a result of the activities of a particular individual, organization, or community.
Example: let's limit our carbon footprint by promoting local production channels.
en: empreinte carbone
climate change
noun
a change in global or regional climate patterns, in particular a change apparent from the mid to late 20th century onwards and attributed largely to the increased levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide produced by the use of fossil fuels.
Example: The detrimental effect of climate change continues to make its mark.
en: changement climatique
conservation
noun
prevention of wasteful use of a resource.
Example: Challenges remain to biodiversity conservation in this region, however.
en: défense de l’environnement
eco -design
noun
Eco-design considers environmental aspects at all stages of the product development process, striving for products which make the lowest possible environmental impact throughout the product life cycle.
Example: We design all of our new products according to EcoDesign principles.
en: éco conception
eco-friendly
adjective
Not harmful to the environment.
Example: Beautifully designed, eco-friendly, easy to operate, and extremely durable.
en: respectueux de l'environnement
energy saving
noun
Designed to make economical use of electricity, gas, or other forms of energy.
Example: Computers that are equipped with energy saving systems must be purchased.
en: économie d'énergie
faux fur
noun
faux fur is a pile fabric engineered to have the appearance and warmth of animal fur.
Example: This gorgeous faux fur coat provides comfort and softness.
en: fausses fourrures
food waste
noun
Food waste refers to food that is fit for consumption but consciously discarded at the retail or consumption phases
Example: The system helps me understand quickly where food waste occurs.
en: gaspillage alimentaire
fuel
noun
material such as coal, gas, or oil that is burned to produce heat or power.
Example: These are the most economical cars in each fuel type category.
en: carburant
global warming
noun
a gradual increase in world temperatures caused by gases such as carbon dioxide that are collecting in the air around the earth and stopping heat escaping into space
Example: The issue of global warming has reached an important juncture
en: réchauffement climatique
green washing
noun
Behavior or activities that make people believe that a company is doing more to protect the environment than it really is.
Example: The environmental movement has warned consumers against greenwashing, saying that when businesses use terms such as "environmentally friendly" and "green" they are often meaningless.
en: éco-blanchissement
household waste
noun
Household waste refers to waste material usually generated in the residential environment. Waste with similar characteristics may be generated in other economic activities and can thus be treated and disposed of together with household waste.
Example: Never dispose of your product with other household waste
en: déchets ménagers
hydro power
noun
Hydro power is a renewable source of energy that generates power by using a dam or diversion structure to alter the natural flow of a river or other body of water.
Example: It is also an area where hydropower is produced.
en: hydro-électricité
single-use
adjective
Designed to be used once and then disposed of or destroyed.
Example: Disposal of single-use plastics.
en: usage unique
sustainable development
noun
Sustainable development is development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
Example: the desire to achieve sustainable development required appropriate financial support
en: développement durable
To recycle
verb
to use something again for a different purpose
Example: Metal, paper and glass can be recycled.
en: recycler
waste
An act or instance of using or expending something carelessly, extravagantly, or to no purpose.
en: gaspillage
waste sorting
noun
Waste sorting is the process by which waste is separated into different elements.
Example: we also have a waste sorting system in place
