a thing done successfully with effort, skill, or courage.
Example: My diploma is the achievement of years of hard work.
en: réalisation, concrétisation
allegation
noun
a claim or assertion that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically one made without proof
Example: There were doping allegations against the athlete.
en: allégation
certified with
adjective
having a document that proves you have successfully completed a course of training.
Example: All our linen products are certified with the European label of 'Masters of Linen' which guarantees its European origin and excellent quality.
en: certifié, agréé
claim
noun
state or assert that something is the case, typically without providing evidence or proof.
Example: The customer service department handles claims.
en: revendication
commitment
noun
the state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, etc.
Example: Her victory showed her commitment to winning the race.
en: engagement, détermination
committed to + V-ing
adjective
pledged or bound to a certain course or policy; dedicated.
Example: Candidates should be motivated and committed.
en: déterminé
deforestation
noun
the action of clearing a wide area of trees.
Example: For example, the exhaustion of natural resources through deforestation driven by consumer demand.
en: déforestation
durability
noun
the ability to withstand wear, pressure, or damage.
Example: The construction material was chosen for its durability.
en: durabilité
eco-friendly
adjective
not harmful to the environment.
Example: The city adopted eco-friendly measures to combat pollution.
en: écologique
ecodesign
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: Ecodesign principles are integrated into all development and production processes.
en: éco-conception
efficiency
noun
the state or quality of being efficient.
Example: Good facility management improves the efficiency of the company.
en: efficacité
firm
noun
a business or company.
Example: Intercompany mediation facilitates transactions between firms.
en: entreprise
green washing
noun
Greenwashing is a communication and marketing strategy adopted by companies or other organizations. It consists in putting forward ecological arguments in order to forge an ecologically responsible image among the public.
Example: We should not participate in the greenwashing' of incineration.
en: blanchiment écologique
homeowners/landlords
noun
someone who owns their house or flat/apartment.
Example: As a result, I think he somewhat inflated the amount of savings a new homeowner could expect.
en: propriétaire
motto
noun
a short sentence or phrase chosen as encapsulating the beliefs or ideals of an individual, family, or institution.
Example: A company's objective is summed up in its motto.
en: slogan, devise
pledge
noun
a solemn promise or undertaking.
Example: Many countries made a pledge for climate protection.
en: engagement, serment
statements
noun
a definite or clear expression of something in speech or writing.
Example: The minister's statement was quoted in several newspapers.
en: déclaration
sustainability
noun
the ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level.
Example: The government ensures the long-term sustainability of the project.
en: viabilité
tackle
verb
make organized attempt to deal with problem
Example: My speech tackles the issue of climate change.
en: aborder, s'attaquer à qqch
to act as
verb
to do a particular job, especially one that you do not normally do.
Example: The lawyer acts as a consultant for several companies.
en: agir, intervenir comme
to be deemed
verb
to consider or judge something in a particular way.
Example: In the absence of a decision by the Commission within that period the national measures shall be deemed to have been approved.
en: être réputé, considéré
to be held accountable
verb
to say or decide that someone should accept the responsibility for something bad that happens.
Example: The transposing authority should only be held accountable for what it adds to that obligation.
en: être tenu pour responsable
to be held liable
verb
to be held legally responsible
Example: Airbnb shall not be held liable for neighbourhood disturbance in a host's house.
en: être tenu responsable
to commit
verb
pledge or bind (a person or an organization) to a certain course or policy.
Example: The company will commit more resources to training.
en: engager, investir
to implement
verb
put (a decision, plan, agreement, etc.) into effect.
Example: Lobbyists pressure the government to implement change.instaurer qqch. v
en: mettre en œuvre, établir
to investigate
verb
carry out a systematic or formal inquiry to discover and examine the facts of (an incident, allegation, etc.) so as to establish the truth.
Example: The board will investigate the project's feasibility.
en: enquêter, évaluer, examiner
to pave way for
verb
to make it possible or easier for something or someone to follow.
Example: The company's innovations pave the way to a prosperous future.
en: ouvrir la voie
to provide
verb
make available for use; supply.
Example: We can provide more information on request.
en: fournir
to reimburse
verb
repay (a person who has spent or lost money).
Example: Luckily, my boss will reimburse my expenses.
en: rembourser
to take action
verb
do something official or concerted to achieve an aim or deal with a problem.
Example: The company had to take action to avoid further complications.
en: prendre des mesures
to undertake
verb
commit oneself to and begin (an enterprise or responsibility); take on.
Example: The project was undertaken over a two-year time span.
en: entreprendre
withdrawal
adjective
the action of withdrawing something.
Example: The court reversed the withdrawal of social services.