- 1[countable, usually plural] a supply of something that a country, an organization, or a person has and can use, especially to increase their wealth the exploitation of minerals and other natural resources We do not have the resources (= money) to update our computer software. We must make the most efficient use of the available financial resources. We agreed to pool our resources (= so that everyone gives something). the allocation of limited resources Topic CollocationsThe Environmentenvironmental damage
- cause/contribute to climate change/global warming
- produce pollution/CO2/greenhouse (gas) emissions
- damage/destroy the environment/a marine ecosystem/the ozone layer/coral reefs
- degrade ecosystems/habitats/the environment
- harm the environment/wildlife/marine life
- threaten natural habitats/coastal ecosystems/a species with extinction
- deplete natural resources/the ozone layer
- pollute rivers and lakes/waterways/the air/the atmosphere/the environment/oceans
- contaminate groundwater/the soil/food/crops
- log forests/rainforests/trees
- address/combat/tackle the threat/effects/impact of climate change
- fight/take action on/reduce/stop global warming
- limit/curb/control air/water/atmospheric/environmental pollution
- cut/reduce pollution/greenhouse (gas) emissions
- offset carbon/CO2 emissions
- reduce (the size of) your carbon footprint
- achieve/promote sustainable development
- preserve/conserve biodiversity/natural resources
- protect endangered species/a coastal ecosystem
- prevent/stop soil erosion/overfishing/massive deforestation/damage to ecosystems
- raise awareness of environmental issues
- save the planet/the rainforests/an endangered species
- conserve/save/consume/waste energy
- manage/exploit/be rich in natural resources
- dump/dispose of hazardous/toxic/nuclear waste/sewage
- dispose of/throw away litter/garbage/trash
- use/be made from recycled/recyclable/biodegradable material
- recycle bottles/packaging/paper/plastic/waste
- promote/encourage recycling/sustainable development/the use of renewable energy
- develop/invest in/promote renewable energy
- reduce your dependence/reliance on fossil fuels
- get/obtain/generate/produce electricity from wind, solar, and wave power/renewable sources
- build/develop a (50-megawatt/offshore) wind farm
- install/be powered by solar panels
- 2[countable] something that can be used to help achieve an aim, especially a book, equipment, etc. that provides information for teachers and students The database could be used as a teaching resource in colleges. Time is your most valuable resource, especially in exams. resource books for teachers a library resource center
- 3resources [plural] personal qualities such as courage and imagination that help you deal with difficult situations He has no inner resources and hates being alone.
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